secondary collection
[/ˌsɛkənderi kəˈlɛkʃən/]
nounpl: secondary collections
coleta secundária
1. The process of collecting blood or biological samples from a donor or patient for a second time, or the collection of samples derived from an initial primary collection
The secondary collection was performed two weeks after the initial blood draw to monitor antibody levels.
A coleta secundária foi realizada duas semanas após a coleta inicial de sangue para monitorar os níveis de anticorpos.
2. In libraries or archives, a collection of materials gathered from existing collections rather than acquired directly from original sources
The museum's secondary collection included duplicates and lesser-known artifacts compiled from various donations.
A coleta secundária do museu incluía duplicatas e artefatos menos conhecidos compilados de várias doações.
3. In environmental or waste management contexts, the gathering of recyclable or reusable materials from already-discarded items
Secondary collection initiatives help reduce landfill waste by recovering materials from disposed products.
As iniciativas de coleta secundária ajudam a reduzir o desperdício em aterros ao recuperar materiais de produtos descartados.
The term 'secondary collection' is primarily used in scientific, medical, and academic contexts in Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's common in research hospitals (hospitais de pesquisa) and federal universities. The concept is important for longitudinal studies and quality control in biomedical research. In Portugal, the distinction between 'coleta' and 'recolha' is notable, with 'recolha' being the standard European Portuguese term.
Related Idioms & Phrases
secondary collection efforts
secondary collection protocol
secondary collection phase
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