Blood Test
/ˈblʌd tɛst/
Definitions
- (n.) A medical procedure involving the analysis of a blood sample, often used in legal contexts to establish evidence such as intoxication, paternity, or disease status.
The court admitted the blood test results as evidence of the defendant's blood alcohol content at the time of the accident.
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- blood test
- blood tests
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Commentary
In legal contexts, blood tests must adhere to strict protocols to ensure admissibility and reliability, especially regarding chain of custody and consent.
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