Serous (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or producing or containing serum; "a serous exudate".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The pathologist examined the serous fluid extracted from the cyst to determine the presence of any cancer cells.
- Serous drainage from the wound indicated a more severe infection than initially thought.
- The patient's symptoms improved significantly after the serous fluid was drained from her pleural cavity.
- A serous effusion was observed in the patient's chest X-ray, prompting further investigation.
- The serous membranes lining the abdominal cavity were inflamed, causing severe pain and discomfort.