ANA

antinuclear
antibody

An unusual antibody that is directed against structures within the

nucleus of the cell. Antinuclear antibodies (ANAs) are found in
patients whose immune system is predisposed to cause
inflammation against their own body tissues.

APAP

Acetaminphen/
acetyl-paraaminophenol
activated
partial
thromboplastin
time

A crystalline compound, C8H9NO2, used in medicine to relieve pain and reduce fever.

APTT

ARDS

adult
respiratory
distress
syndrome

ARS

Acute radiation
syndrome

It is classified as an analgesic and anti-pyretic.

The partial thromboplastin time (PTT) or activated partial
thromboplastin time (aPTT or APTT) is a medical test that
characterizes blood coagulation. Apart from detecting
abnormalities in blood clotting, it is also used to monitor the
treatment effects with heparin, a major anticoagulant.
acute lung injury characterized by coughing and rales;
inflammation of the lungs which become stiff and fibrous and
cannot exchange oxygen; occurs among persons exposed to
irritants such as corrosive chemical vapors or ammonia or chlorine
etc.
An acute illness caused by a dose greater than 50 rads of
penetrating radiation to most or all of the body in a short time,
usually a matter of minutes.