Medical Diagnostics Vocabulary

noun a person whose job is to discover or identify something

verb to discover or identify the presence of something

• The sophisticated equipment was able to detect even the smallest traces of the substance.
• I can detect a hint of sarcasm in your tone.
• I could detect some shady business going on in that alley.
• Her keen intuition allowed her to detect the underlying emotions behind his words.

noun the act of detecting or discovering something

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• The early detection of cancer is crucial for successful treatment.
• They used advanced technology for early detection of the virus.
• I have a sixth sense for detection of lies.
• His detection of her true feelings was like a detective solving a mystery.

adjective relating to or used for viewing objects or structures that are too small to be seen with the naked eye

• The scientist used a microscope to observe the microscopic organisms.
• You need a magnifying glass to see those microscopic bugs.
• Those microscopic critters are so tiny, you can barely see them!
• The impact of her words was like a microscopic needle pricking at his conscience.

adjective relating to or involving bacteriology, the branch of biology dealing with bacteria

• The laboratory conducted bacteriological tests to determine the presence of harmful bacteria in the water sample.
• The doctor recommended a bacteriological examination to rule out any infections.
• I heard they found some nasty stuff during the bacteriological analysis of the food samples.
• His words had a bacteriological effect on her mind, spreading doubt and insecurity.