Diagnostic Procedure (Noun)
Meaning
A procedure followed in making a medical diagnosis.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The doctor ordered a series of diagnostic procedures to determine the cause of the patient's symptoms.
- A diagnostic procedure such as a biopsy may be necessary to confirm the presence of cancer.
- The nurse explained the diagnostic procedure to the patient, including the risks and benefits of the test.
- The diagnostic procedure revealed that the patient had a rare genetic disorder that required specialized treatment.
- The doctor used a combination of diagnostic procedures, including imaging tests and lab work, to diagnose the patient's condition.