The molecular pathologist
Example: The molecular pathologist analyzed the tissue samples carefully.
Definition
"The molecular pathologist" refers to a medical professional specializing in diagnosing diseases by examining molecules within tissues, cells, and bodily fluids. This expert uses techniques like DNA analysis to identify genetic and molecular abnormalities, helping guide patient treatment and research.
Etymology
The term "the molecular pathologist" combines 'molecular,' derived from the Latin 'molecula' meaning 'a small mass,' with 'pathologist,' from Greek 'pathos' (suffering) and 'logos' (study). This reflects the role of studying disease at a microscopic and molecular level.
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"The molecular pathologist" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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