Rapid
Rapid is a term that refers to something occurring within a short time, or happening more quickly than usual. It can be applied to various contexts, such as biology, technology, medicine, and more.
Biology[edit | edit source]
In the field of biology, rapid can refer to the quick growth or development of an organism or a specific biological process. For example, the term "rapid cycling" is used in bipolar disorder to describe a condition where a person experiences four or more episodes of mania, hypomania, or depression in a year 1.
Technology[edit | edit source]
In technology, rapid often refers to the speed at which a process or operation is performed. For instance, rapid prototyping is a group of techniques used to quickly fabricate a scale model of a physical part or assembly using three-dimensional computer aided design (CAD) data.
Medicine[edit | edit source]
In medicine, rapid can refer to the speed at which a disease progresses, or the onset of symptoms. For example, Rapid Antigen Tests are commonly used in the diagnosis of respiratory pathogens, including influenza virus and SARS-CoV-2.
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- Bipolar disorder: Rapid Cycling and its Treatment. National Institute of Mental Health. Retrieved 2020-11-20.
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