blood test
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of blood test
First recorded in 1910–15
Example Sentences
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Francois Blanchecotte, president of France's Federation of Medical Laboratories, said the urine test -- and possibly blood test -- would be able to determine if someone suffered from a "significant chronic intoxication".
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
In 2018, around 10,000 patients in Sydney were asked to get a blood test after potential HIV and hepatitis exposure at a dental clinic in Haberfield.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
The Sacramento district attorney’s office declined to file charges after a blood test showed there were no traces of drugs or alcohol in her system.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
The blood test often costs less than $100 when paid for directly.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
“Anyway, I’m thinking I’ll give my father one of my kidneys. If I’m compatible, that is. People at the hospital, they’re gonna do a blood test on my mom and me.”
From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings
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