Which among the following refers to the absence of a particular part of the body or organ, or a reduction in function of some part of the body?

 Key Points

• Impairment refers to any loss or abnormality of a body structure or physiological function, whether temporary or permanent.
• Examples include amputation of a limb, vision loss, or hearing impairment. It is a medical condition at the organ or tissue level.
• Disability refers to the functional limitation caused by an impairment. For example, a person with a leg impairment may experience difficulty walking, leading to a mobility disability.
• Handicap is a social disadvantage arising from a disability, restricting a person’s ability to participate in normal activities (e.g., difficulty finding employment due to mobility challenges).

 Hence, the correct answer is Impairment.