Serology

Pronunciation: /sɪˈrɒlədʒi/

Definitions of serology

noun the diagnostic testing of blood serum

Example Sentences

A1 Serology is the study of blood serum.

A2 The doctor ordered a serology test to check for antibodies in the patient's blood.

B1 Serology tests are commonly used to diagnose infectious diseases.

B2 The laboratory technician specializes in conducting serology tests.

C1 Advanced serology techniques can detect specific antigens in the blood.

C2 Researchers are constantly developing new serology assays to improve diagnostic accuracy.

Examples of serology in a Sentence

formal Serology is the study of blood serum and other bodily fluids for diagnostic purposes.

informal The doctor ordered a serology test to check for any infections.

slang I heard serology is like CSI for doctors, they can find out so much from a little blood sample.

figurative In a way, serology is like a genetic fingerprint, revealing unique information about a person's health.

Grammatical Forms of serology

• past tense: serologied
• plural: serologies
• comparative: more serological
• superlative: most serological
• present tense: is serology
• future tense: will be serology
• perfect tense: has been serology
• continuous tense: is being serology
• singular: serology
• positive degree: serology
• infinitive: to serology
• gerund: serologizing
• participle: serologyed

Origin and Evolution of serology

First Known Use: 1906 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'serology' originates from the combination of the Greek word 'serum' meaning whey or watery fluid, and the suffix '-logy' meaning study of. It specifically refers to the study of blood serum.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in the early 20th century to describe the study of blood serum and its components, 'serology' has evolved to encompass a broader range of immunological techniques and analyses related to antibodies, antigens, and other blood components.