viral testing
[ˈvaɪrəl ˈtɛstɪŋ]
nounpl: viral testings
teste viral
1. A medical diagnostic procedure to detect the presence of a virus or viral particles in a biological sample, typically used to confirm infection with a specific virus
The doctor recommended viral testing to confirm the COVID-19 diagnosis.
O médico recomendou um teste viral para confirmar o diagnóstico de COVID-19.
2. Laboratory analysis performed on samples such as blood, saliva, nasal swabs, or respiratory secretions to identify viral pathogens
Viral testing can be done through a nasal swab or blood test.
O teste viral pode ser realizado através de um esfregaço nasal ou teste de sangue.
3. The process of screening individuals for active viral infections using various diagnostic methodologies
Mass viral testing has become crucial during pandemic outbreaks.
Testes virais em massa tornaram-se cruciais durante surtos de pandemia.
The term 'viral testing' became widely recognized during the COVID-19 pandemic in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it's commonly referred to as 'teste viral' or 'teste de COVID-19' in healthcare settings. The practice has become integrated into routine medical procedures and public health protocols, with significant cultural emphasis placed on early detection and mass testing campaigns.
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