Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sero
Prefix (used in scientific and medical terminology)
/ˈsɪəroʊ/
Definition
A prefix related to serum, often used in medical contexts.
Examples
- Sero-positive: Referring to having detectable antibodies in the blood.
- Sero-testing: The process of testing serum for the presence of specific antibodies.
Meaning
Referring to serum, the clear fluid that can be separated from clotted blood, or related to blood serum in various biological and clinical contexts.
Synonyms
- Serum-related
- Blood-related
