sputum 的定义
plural spu·ta [spyoo-tuh]. /ˈspyu tə/.
- matter, as saliva mixed with mucus or pus, expectorated from the lungs and respiratory passages.
sputum 近义词
等同于 saliva
等同于 spit
更多sputum例句
- Invented in 1983, PCR is a multi-step test to detect infectious agents, including viruses in humans, using a sample of sputum or other genetic material.
- Third, the virus could not be found in sputum, further supporting the clear observation that airborne spread does not occur.
- It, or a similar bacillus, is sometimes found in the sputum of gangrene of the lung.
- It is to be remembered, however, that a few of these bacteria may reach the sputum from the upper air-passages.
- It is sometimes met with in the sputum of catarrhal pneumonia, bronchitis, and tuberculosis.
- Diplococci without capsules are common in the sputum, but have no special significance.
- It is especially useful with cultures upon serum media, but is applicable also to the sputum.