pathogen detection

[ˈpæθədʒən dɪˈtɛkʃən]
nounpl: pathogen detections
detecção de patógenos
1. The identification and identification of disease-causing microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites in biological samples or environments
Rapid pathogen detection is crucial for early diagnosis of infectious diseases.
A detecção rápida de patógenos é crucial para o diagnóstico precoce de doenças infecciosas.
2. Laboratory or clinical techniques used to identify the presence of harmful microorganisms in patient samples
Advanced pathogen detection methods include PCR and immunoassays.
Métodos avançados de detecção de patógenos incluem PCR e ensaios imunológicos.
Pathogen detection is increasingly important in Brazil and the USA due to public health concerns. In Brazil, it's a critical component of the healthcare system's disease surveillance network (SISVAN). The term is widely used in both Spanish and Portuguese-speaking medical communities, particularly following pandemic awareness.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
microbial identificationpathogenic agent detectioninfectious agent detectionmicroorganism detection
Antonyms / Antônimos
pathogen eliminationpathogen suppression

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
detecção de patógenos
Standard term used in medical and scientific contexts
São Paulo
detecção de patógenos
Common in research institutions and hospitals
Rio de Janeiro
detecção de patógenos
Used in medical laboratories and public health services
Portugal
detecção de patogénios
European Portuguese spelling variant; used in clinical diagnostics

Related Words

diagnostic testingmolecular biologyimmunoassaypolymerase chain reaction (PCR)microbiologyepidemiologyinfection control

Related Idioms & Phrases

early detection saves lives
rapid pathogen detection protocols
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