cordocentesis en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree English cord Ancient Greek -ο- (-o-)der. Latin -o-bor. English -o- English -centesis English cordocentesis From cord + -o- + -centesis.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) The removal of blood from an umbilical cord in utero for testing.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| cordocenteses | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
FBS · PUBS · fetal blood sampling · funipuncture
Translations (1)
fr cordocentèse ((surgery) removal of blood from a umbilical cord in utero for testing)