Also known as: sup.
SUP has various meanings in the Physiology category. Discover the full forms, definitions, and usage contexts of SUP in Physiology.
A suppository is a solid dosage form that is inserted into the rectum, vagina or urethra, where it dissolves or melts and exerts local or systemic effects. They are used to deliver both systemically and locally acting medications.
PhysiologyWord used for denoting one of two similar occurrences or positions, differentiating it from the other which is termed the 'inferior' position or occurrence A signal is said to be superior to another when hoisted before, either in regards time or hoist It is said to be inferior when it is after either in time or hoist.
PhysiologyPronation and supination refer most generally to assuming prone or supine positions, but often they are used in a specific sense referring to rotation of the forearm or foot so that in the standard anatomical position the palm or sole is facing anteriorly or posteriorly.
PhysiologyWith the back or dorsal surface downward. A person who is supine is lying face up. As opposed to prone.For a more complete listing of terms used in medicine for spatial orientation, please see the entry to "Anatomic Orientation Terms".
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