diagnostic tests
[daɪ.əɡˈnɑː.stɪk tɛsts]
nounpl: diagnostic tests
testes diagnósticos
1. Medical procedures or examinations performed to identify or confirm the presence of a disease, condition, or disorder in a patient
The doctor ordered several diagnostic tests to determine the cause of the patient's symptoms.
O médico solicitou vários testes diagnósticos para determinar a causa dos sintomas do paciente.
2. Laboratory or imaging procedures used to evaluate health status and guide treatment decisions
Blood work and X-rays are common diagnostic tests performed in hospitals.
Exames de sangue e radiografias são testes diagnósticos comuns realizados em hospitais.
3. Educational assessments designed to identify student strengths, weaknesses, and learning needs
Teachers use diagnostic tests at the beginning of the school year to assess student knowledge.
Os professores usam testes diagnósticos no início do ano letivo para avaliar o conhecimento dos alunos.
In both Brazil and the USA, diagnostic tests are a fundamental part of modern healthcare and are heavily relied upon for evidence-based medical decision-making. In Brazil, access to diagnostic tests can vary significantly between public healthcare (SUS) and private medical facilities. In the USA, diagnostic tests are frequently ordered and are often covered by insurance, though costs can be substantial. The phrase is used professionally in medical, educational, and technical contexts in both cultures.
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