Plasma

/ˈplæzmə/

noun

The liquid part of blood or lymph.

The doctor took a sample of my blood plasma for testing.

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Pro Tip 1/2

Plasma in medicine refers to a crucial part of blood that can be donated to save lives.

She regularly donates her blood plasma to help patients in critical conditions.

Pro Tip 2/2

In medical contexts, ensure 'plasma' isn't confused with 'plasma TVs' or 'plasma physics'.

The lab technician explained how plasma is separated for therapeutic uses, not to be mistaken with other uses of the word.

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