How Strong Is Your Medical Vocabulary? Take Our Quiz to Test It!

How Strong Is Your Medical Vocabulary? Take Our Quiz to Test It!

What is meant by the word "serum"?

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Correct Incorrect Generally, "serum" refers to plasma without the clotting proteins called "fibrinogens." When you get a blood test to measure drug levels, the report will mention your "serum levels" of the medication or its metabolites.

What is meant by the word "serum"?

  • White blood cells
  • Red blood cells
  • The liquid, non-cellular part of blood
  • White matter in the brain
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