IV

IV

IV¹ [ī΄vē′]

n.

pl. IVs [< I(NTRA)V(ENOUS)] Med.

1. a procedure in which a hypodermic needle inserted into a vein provides a continuous supply of blood plasma, nutrients, or medicine directly to the bloodstream

2. the apparatus used in such a procedure, typically consisting of a bag or bottle containing the fluid, which flows through plastic tubing to the needle

IV²

abbrev.

intravenous(ly)