The laboratory technician



Example: The laboratory technician tests blood samples every day.

Definition


"The laboratory technician" is a medical professional responsible for conducting tests and analyses on clinical samples, such as blood, to assist in diagnosing and treating diseases. They operate laboratory equipment and ensure accurate, reliable test results.

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Etymology


The term "the laboratory technician" combines 'laboratory,' from the Latin 'laboratorium,' meaning a place for labor or work, and 'technician,' derived from the Greek 'techne,' meaning art or skill. The phrase reflects a skilled worker specialized in practical laboratory tasks.

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"The laboratory technician" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (A1) - set 1", containing 101 commonly used words.
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