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Etiological factor

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

An etiological factor refers to a specific cause or set of causes that contribute to the development or onset of a particular condition or disorder.

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