HealthAugust 17, 2026
audiometry
aw-dee-OM-uh-tree
Definition
The specialized process of measuring an individual's hearing sensitivity and capacity.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'audire' (to hear) and the Greek 'metron' (measure), the term entered English to describe the clinical science of measuring hearing ability.
In the news
The article highlights audiometry as a critical diagnostic test that requires a specific soundproof environment to ensure accurate assessment of workers' hearing in industrial settings.
Taking Healthcare To Workplace: How Mobile Diagnostics Are Redefining Occupational Health
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