diagnostic

• Relatif à l'identification de la nature d'une maladie ou d'un autre problème par l'examen des symptômes.

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.

   Diagnostique (relatif au diagnostic)

   • 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.

   Synonymescharacteristicdifferentialdiscriminatingdistinctiveindicativesymptomatic

2. System analysisB2formaltechnical

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

   Relatif au diagnostic technique

   • 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.

   Synonymesanalyticalfaultfindinginvestigative