ICV can refer to several different things, depending on the context. Here are some possible meanings:
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Intracerebroventricular injection: This is a route of administration for drugs via injection into the cerebral ventricles so that it reaches the cerebrospinal fluid. This method is often used to bypass the blood-brain barrier because it can prevent important medications from reaching the central nervous system.
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International Certificate of Vaccination: This is a document that records an individuals vaccinations required to travel abroad. It is recognized by member countries of the World Health Organization. ICV is not mandatory and cannot be considered an “immunity passport.” It serves as “proof of vaccination” of an individual. Not all countries require ICV.
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In-Country Value: This is a government program that redirects more public spending into the UAE economy in order to boost economic performance and support local industries. It will be implemented under the supervision of the Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology as part of “Projects of the 50”. In addition to increasing demand for local goods and services, the program promotes local capabilities, and attracts foreign direct investment to the local industrial sector.
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Integrity Check Value: This is a fixed string that is prepended to the plaintext within the authenticated-encryption function of a key-wrap algorithm, in order to enable the verification of the integrity of the plaintext within the authenticated-decryption function.
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Intracranial Volume: This is the volume of the cranial cavity as taken from a 3D T1 MRI, as outlined by the supratentorial dura matter, or cerebral contour when dura is not clearly detectable. ICV is a very consistent measure across the lifespan of a patient, making it a reliable tool for correction of head size variation across individuals. This correction is especially helpful when assessing neurodegenerative conditions.
