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Exam: IELTS

seroprevalence

IPA: /ˌsɛrəˈprɛvələns/

KK: /sɛrəˈprɛvələns/

noun

Definition: The percentage of people in a group who have a specific disease or infection based on blood tests.

Example: The seroprevalence of the virus in the community was found to be higher than expected.

seropurulent

IPA: /ˌsɛrəˈpjʊərənt/

KK: /sɛroʊˈpjʊərəˌlɛnt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a substance that is made up of both serum and pus, often indicating an infection or inflammation.

Example: The doctor noted that the wound had a seropurulent discharge, which required further treatment.

serosal

IPA: /sɪˈroʊsəl/

KK: /sɪˈroʊsəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the serosa, which is a smooth membrane that lines certain cavities in the body and covers organs.

Example: The surgeon carefully examined the serosal layer during the operation.

serotonergic

IPA: //ˌsɛrəˈtoʊnərdʒɪk//

KK: /ˌsɛrəˈtoʊnərdʒɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the release or action of serotonin, a chemical in the brain that helps transmit signals between nerve cells.

Example: Serotonergic medications can help improve mood and reduce anxiety.

serotonin

IPA: /ˌsɛrəˈtoʊnɪn/

KK: /sɛrəˈtoʊnɪn/

noun

Definition: A chemical in the body that helps transmit signals in the brain and affects mood, sleep, and other functions.

Example: Low levels of serotonin can lead to feelings of sadness and depression.

serotoninergic

IPA: /ˌsɛrəˈtoʊnɪnˌɜrɡɪk/

KK: /sɛrəˈtoʊnɪnɜrɡɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or affecting serotonin, a chemical in the brain that helps regulate mood and behavior.

Example: Certain medications are serotoninergic, meaning they influence serotonin levels in the brain.

serotype

IPA: /ˈsɛrəˌtaɪp/

KK: /ˈsɛrəˌtaɪp/

noun

Definition: A category of microorganisms that share a specific set of antigens, which are substances that trigger an immune response.

Example: The laboratory identified the serotype of the bacteria to determine the best treatment.

transitive verb

Definition: To classify an organism based on its serotype, which is a distinct variation within a species identified by its immune response to specific antigens.

Example: Researchers serotype the bacteria to determine which strain is causing the outbreak.

serous

IPA: /ˈsɪərəs/

KK: /ˈsɪrəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that contains or resembles a clear, watery fluid, often related to bodily fluids.

Example: The doctor noted that the fluid was serous, indicating it was clear and watery.

serovar

IPA: /ˈsɪərəˌvɑːr/

KK: /ˈsɪərəˌvɑr/

noun

Definition: A group of microorganisms that have a specific set of antigens, which are used to identify them.

Example: The laboratory identified the bacteria by its serovar.

serration

IPA: /səˈreɪʃən/

KK: /sɛˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A series of small teeth or notches along an edge, often found on tools or blades to help cut or grip better.

Example: The knife has a serration that makes it easier to slice through bread.

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