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serum

/ˈsɪə.rəm/

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noun

/ˈsɪə.rəm/B2formalmedical
  • ruЯнтарная водянистая жидкость, богатая белками, которая отделяется при свертывании крови.
  1. Blood componentB2formalmedical

    An amber, watery fluid rich in proteins that separates out when blood coagulates.

    ruСыворотка

    • The lab technician separated the serum from the blood sample.
    • Serum contains antibodies that help fight infections.
    • Doctors use serum tests to diagnose certain diseases.

    Synonymsblood serum

  2. Vaccine or antidoteB2formalmedical

    A preparation containing antibodies, used to provide immunity or treat a disease.

    ruСыворотка

    • The snakebite victim was given an antivenom serum.
    • Scientists developed a new serum to combat the virus.
    • The patient received a serum injection to boost his immune response.

    Synonymsantiserumantitoxinantivenin

Forms
  • sera plural form
  • serums plural form
  • sera' possessive plural form
  • serums' possessive plural form
  • serum's possessive singular form