NIH MeSH · D017613Chemicals and Drugs
Iodine Compounds
Also known asCompounds, Iodine
Definition
Inorganic compounds that contain iodine as an integral part of the molecule.
MeSH classification
- D01.475
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Common questions about Iodine Compounds
What does Iodine Compounds mean in medicine?
Inorganic compounds that contain iodine as an integral part of the molecule. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Iodine Compounds known by any other names?
Yes. Iodine Compounds is also referred to as Compounds, Iodine in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Iodine Compounds sit in the medical classification?
Iodine Compounds falls under the broader medical category "Chemicals and Drugs" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: D01.475). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D017613) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗