reference population
[ˈrɛfərəns ˌpɑpjəˈleɪʃən]
nounpl: reference populations
população de referência
1. A group of individuals used as a standard or baseline for comparison in statistical, medical, or epidemiological studies
The study compared growth rates in children against the reference population established by the WHO.
O estudo comparou as taxas de crescimento em crianças com a população de referência estabelecida pela OMS.
2. A defined group representing typical characteristics of a larger population, used to establish normal values or standards
Blood pressure norms are typically derived from a reference population of healthy adults.
As normas de pressão arterial são tipicamente derivadas de uma população de referência de adultos saudáveis.
3. In genetics and epidemiology, a population sample used to determine baseline genetic or health parameters
The reference population for this genetic study included 10,000 individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
A população de referência para este estudo genético incluiu 10.000 indivíduos de diferentes origens étnicas.
This term is predominantly used in scientific, medical, and epidemiological contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian medical research, it follows international standards set by organizations like WHO and ANVISA. The term is essential in public health discussions and clinical practice guidelines, particularly when discussing growth charts, laboratory reference ranges, and disease prevalence comparisons across populations.
Related Idioms & Phrases
establish a reference population
derive from a reference population
compare against the reference population
use as a reference population
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