titration

In a chemical laboratory, this term describes a precise volumetric analysis. It evokes an image of a burette slowly dripping a titrant into a flask, where a sudden color change signals the exact point of neutralization or reaction completion. In medical contexts, the term shifts from a laboratory measurement to a clinical strategy. It refers to the cautious, incremental adjustment of drug dosages, emphasizing a balance between therapeutic efficacy and the avoidance of toxicity or adverse reactions.