blood test

American

noun

a test of a sample of blood to determine blood group, presence of infection or other pathological condition, parentage, etc.

blood test British

noun

analysis of a blood sample to determine blood group, alcohol concentration, etc

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blood tests

plural

Etymology

Origin of blood test

First recorded in 1910–15

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blood test

The saliva test proved to be almost as difficult to take as the blood test.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026

New research has also revealed that the condition could be diagnosed by blood test - though further testing is needed before it could be considered as a diagnostic tool available to the public.

From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026

This blood test reflecting average blood sugar levels over three months is the standard indicator of diabetes control.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 8, 2026

Another blood test for cancer gives doctors an early read on how thoroughly their treatments have removed the disease.

From Barron's ● Jun. 5, 2026

He handed her ten dollars so she could pay for the blood test that was required for a marriage license.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple

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