De medisch microbioloog
Example: De medisch microbioloog onderzoekt bacteriën in het laboratorium.
Definition
A "medisch microbioloog" is a medical professional specializing in the study and diagnosis of microorganisms that cause diseases in humans. They analyze bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites in laboratory settings to help diagnose infections and guide treatment decisions.
Etymology
The term "medisch microbioloog" combines the Dutch words 'medisch,' meaning medical, and 'microbioloog,' meaning microbiologist. 'Microbioloog' itself derives from the Greek 'mikros' (small) and 'bios' (life), reflecting the study of tiny life forms. Did you know the field emerged as scientists discovered microbes responsible for illnesses in the 19th century?
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"De medisch microbioloog" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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