diagnostics
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of diagnostics
First recorded in 1660–70; see origin at diagnostic, -ics
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It reported better-than-expected sales in its imaging and precision-therapy segments, while its diagnostics business missed forecasts, the analysts say.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
Idexx Laboratories reported strong growth in veterinary diagnostics, offsetting sluggish industry demand.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
Meanwhile, the group’s diagnostics division posted a 5% rise in quarterly sales, with demand for core lab and pathology systems offsetting a hit from China’s healthcare-pricing reforms.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026
Synnovis is diagnostics and pathology service which operates as a partnership between the hospitals and German company Synlab.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
Physician recommended diagnostics and referred to specialist for ruling out infection or cancer.
From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
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