subclinical
Without signs and symptoms that are detectable by physical examination or laboratory testWithout signs and symptoms that are detectable by physical examination or laboratory test; not clinically manifest.
Meaning
3 senses(not comparable)Without signs and symptoms that are detectable by physical examination or laboratory test; not clinically manifest.
Some conditions may remain subclinical until they resolve without intervention, whereas others worsen from subclinical to clinical status.
(not comparable)Where some criteria are met but not enough to reach the status of a clinical diagnosis.
(not comparable)Less than is needed for clinical reasons.
More definitions
- relating to the stage in the development of a disease before the symptoms are observed
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