noun a fluid that is clear and watery, like serum
adjective describes a fluid containing serum or resembling serum
In medicine, 'serous' refers to a clear, watery fluid that is typically produced by serous membranes such as the pericardium, peritoneum, and pleura.
In anatomy, 'serous' is used to describe membranes that line certain body cavities and secrete a serous fluid.
In surgery, 'serous' may be relevant when discussing serous membranes that need to be addressed during procedures.
In biology, 'serous' can describe glands that secrete a watery fluid, or refer to serous cavities in the body.
In pathology, 'serous' may be used to describe certain types of fluid accumulations in the body, such as serous effusions.
In histology, 'serous' can describe specific types of cells or tissues that produce a watery fluid.
In medical writing, 'serous' may be used to describe a type of fluid that is clear and watery, such as serous fluid found in the body.
Psychologists may use the term 'serous' when discussing certain types of emotional responses or physiological reactions in their patients.
Medical doctors may use 'serous' when describing certain types of body fluids, such as serous exudate in a wound.
Research scientists may use 'serous' when discussing specific characteristics of bodily fluids or secretions in their studies.