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intracutaneous

/ˌɪn.trə.kjuːˈteɪ.ni.əs/

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adjective

/ˌɪn.trə.kjuːˈteɪ.ni.əs/C2formalmedical
  • ruОтносящийся к слоям кожи или расположенный внутри них; используется преимущественно в медицинском контексте.

Relating to or situated within the layers of the skin; used primarily in medical contexts.

  1. Relating to the skin layersC2formalmedical

    Pertaining to or located within the layers of the skin, especially between the epidermis and dermis.

    ruВнутрикожный

    • The nurse administered an intracutaneous injection for the allergy test.
    • Intracutaneous sutures help reduce external scarring after surgery.
    • The dermatologist used an intracutaneous technique to biopsy the lesion.
    • Intracutaneous injections are often used for local anesthesia.

    Synonymsintradermalintradermic

Forms
  • more intracutaneous comparative form
  • most intracutaneous superlative form