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noun

panel

A set of related medical tests or measurements.

The doctor orders a blood panel to check kidney function.

Etymology
panelOld Frenchsmall piece or section

Panel developed uses for a grouped or organized set. In medicine, it names a collection of related tests ordered or considered together.

More examples

  • A metabolic panel measures blood sugar, electrolytes, and other substances.
  • The clinic offers a panel of tests for common infections.
  • Her latest thyroid panel shows results within the normal range.

Forms

panel · panels

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