Glossaries

A number of glossaries are available on the internet that will help to explain some of the terms used on this website.

The links below will take you to the websites of other organisations, where you will find the relevant glossaries.

Genetic terms – Genetic Interest Group website

Medical terms, for non-professionals – NHS 24 website

National Health Service (NHS) terminology – on the website of NHS Quality Improvement Scotland

Legal terms – Scottish Courts website

Parliamentary terms – The Scottish Parliament website