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Blood Collection

/blʌd kəˈlɛkʃən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The process of obtaining blood samples from a person for medical testing or donation.

    "The nurse performed a blood collection to test for various health markers."
  2. 2

    A procedure in which blood is drawn from a donor for transfusion or research.

    "Blood collection is essential for maintaining adequate supplies for hospitals."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'blood' originates from Old English 'blod', which is of Germanic origin, while 'collection' comes from the Latin 'collectio', meaning 'a gathering'. The combination reflects the act of gathering blood for medical purposes, evolving in usage with advancements in healthcare.

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