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Pre-Patient

Meaning

The term “Pre-Patient” refers to an individual who is currently asymptomatic or has not yet received a formal clinical diagnosis but possesses identifiable genetic, metabolic, or physiological risk factors that strongly predispose them to developing a specific endocrine condition in the future. This classification is clinically crucial in preventive medicine, as it precisely defines the population target for proactive screening, intensive risk reduction strategies, and early intervention before the onset of overt, symptomatic disease. It signifies a window of opportunity for prevention.