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Serum

Verb / ˈsɪrʌm / Another word for serum — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a clear liquid portion of blood or other bodily fluid that separates when it is coagulated or clotted.

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Common collocations

  • blood serum
  • egg serum
  • serum albumin
  • serum protein
  • serum therapy
  • serum cholesterol
  • serum levels

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noun serum

Usage note

Serum refers to the clear liquid part of blood or other bodily fluids after clotting has occurred. It is often used in a medical or scientific context.

Example sentences

  1. The serum is used to test for diseases.
  2. The beauty salon applied serum to my hair to make it shiny.
  3. After the surgery, the nurse gave the patient a serum to help with pain.
  4. The scientist studied the serum to learn more about the virus.
  5. The vaccine contains a serum to help the body fight off infections.

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