Tab injection has multiple meanings depending on the context. There's no single definition. Let's explore the different interpretations:
1. TAB Vaccine Injection:
The term "TAB injection" often refers to the administration of the TAB typhoid vaccine. This vaccine is used to build immunity against typhoid fever, a serious illness spread through contaminated food and water. As stated by BYJU'S, the TAB vaccine provides protection against typhoid. The CDC also confirms the existence of typhoid vaccines, noting there are both inactivated and live, attenuated versions. See CDC's Typhoid Vaccine Information Statement. Further research reveals that reactions to TAB injections have been studied, including their potential toxicity. See Reactions to T.A.B. injection.
2. Injection Molding Machine Terminology:
In the field of injection molding, "tab" refers to a section within software interfaces (like those in Autodesk Moldflow Insight and SolidWorks Plastics) used to configure injection unit settings. These settings control various aspects of the injection molding process, such as ram speed, pressure steps, and filling time. As seen in Autodesk Moldflow Insight Help and SolidWorks Injection Unit Settings PropertyManager. These "tabs" are not injections themselves, but rather user interface elements for controlling injection parameters.
3. Accidental Injection of Crushed Tablets:
The term could also, although less commonly, refer to the dangerous practice of intravenously injecting crushed oral tablets. This practice is extremely risky because the fillers (excipients) in tablets can cause severe, potentially fatal pulmonary reactions. See Pulmonary Effects of IV Injection of Crushed Oral Tablets. This should never be attempted.
