Bodily Fluids
/ˈbɒdɪli ˈfluːɪdz/
Definitions
- (n.) Any liquid substance originating from the human body, including blood, saliva, urine, semen, vaginal secretions, and other excretions that may carry pathogens or be subject to legal regulation.
The law requires proper disposal of bodily fluids in medical settings to prevent contamination.
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- bodily fluid
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Commentary
In legal contexts, bodily fluids are frequently regulated due to their potential role in disease transmission and privacy considerations; precise definition depends on statutory or regulatory context.
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