biospecimen
[/ˌbaɪoʊˈspɛsɪmən/]
nounpl: biospecimens
bioamostra
1. A sample of biological material collected from a living organism for medical, scientific, or research purposes
The laboratory processes thousands of biospecimens annually for diagnostic testing.
O laboratório processa milhares de bioamostras anualmente para testes diagnósticos.
2. Any biological sample including blood, tissue, saliva, or other bodily fluids used in research or clinical analysis
Proper handling of biospecimens is critical to maintain sample integrity.
O manuseio adequado de bioamostras é crítico para manter a integridade da amostra.
The term 'biospecimen' is predominantly used in medical, scientific, and research contexts in both the USA and Brazil. In Brazil, the Portuguese term 'bioamostra' is increasingly adopted in healthcare institutions, biobanks, and research centers, particularly those involved in genomic research and precision medicine initiatives.
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