transcutaneous Definition
- 1passing through or across the skin
- 2performed through the skin rather than by entering the body through a cut or incision
Using transcutaneous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "transcutaneous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a therapy that uses low-voltage electrical current for pain relief.
Example
The transcutaneous vaccination method involves applying a vaccine to the skin and using a device to create tiny punctures in the skin to allow the vaccine to enter the body.
Example
The transcutaneous oxygen monitor measures the amount of oxygen in the blood through the skin.
transcutaneous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for transcutaneous
Summary: transcutaneous in Brief
The term 'transcutaneous' [trans-kyoo-tey-nee-uh s, tranz-] refers to something that passes through or across the skin, or is performed through the skin without cutting or incision. Examples include transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), transcutaneous vaccination, and transcutaneous oxygen monitoring.
