diagnostic

• Relativo al diagnóstico, es decir, a la identificación de la naturaleza de una enfermedad u otro problema mediante el examen de los síntomas o la realización de pruebas. También se usa para referirse a lo que sirve para diagnosticar.

Relating to the identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.

1. Identifying a conditionB2formalmedical

   Relating to or used for identifying the nature of an illness or problem.

   Diagnóstico (relativo a identificar una condición)

   • The doctor ordered several diagnostic tests to determine the cause of the symptoms.
   • Diagnostic imaging, such as X-rays and MRIs, helps visualize internal structures.
   • A diagnostic interview can reveal underlying psychological issues.

   Sinónimoscharacteristicdifferentialdiscriminatingdistinctiveindicativesymptomatic

2. System analysisB2formaltechnical

   Relating to the identification of faults or problems in a system or machine.

   Diagnóstico (relativo a sistemas)

   • The mechanic ran a diagnostic check on the car's engine.
   • Diagnostic software can pinpoint errors in the computer's hardware.
   • The technician used a diagnostic tool to analyze the network failure.

   Sinónimosanalyticalfaultfindinginvestigative