Dermatoscope
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌdɜːməˈtɒskoʊp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dermatoscope is a noun meaning (medicine) A magnifier (typically x10) with a light and a liquid medium between the instrument and the skin, thus illuminating the lesion without reflected light. Used for the examination of skin lesions.
Meaning
(medicine) A magnifier (typically x10) with a light and a liquid medium between the instrument and the skin, thus illuminating the lesion without reflected light. Used for the examination of skin lesions.
Word Forms
- dermatoscopes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dermatoscopy, dermoscope, dermascope, videodermatoscope, diascope, dermoscopy.
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