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nasopharyngeal

[ney-zoh-fuh-rin-jee-uhl]

nasopharyngeal Definition

  • 1of or relating to the nose and pharynx
  • 2located in the upper part of the pharynx, behind the nose and above the soft palate

Using nasopharyngeal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nasopharyngeal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The nasopharyngeal swab is used to test for COVID-19.

  • Example

    Nasopharyngeal cancer is a rare type of head and neck cancer.

  • Example

    The nasopharyngeal tonsil, also known as the adenoid, is located behind the nasal cavity.

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Summary: nasopharyngeal in Brief

The term 'nasopharyngeal' [ney-zoh-fuh-rin-jee-uhl] refers to something related to the nose and pharynx. It is often used in medical contexts, such as the nasopharyngeal swab used for COVID-19 testing, nasopharyngeal cancer, and the nasopharyngeal tonsil (adenoid).