Microscopically
Microscopically
Microscopically (pronunciation: /ˌmaɪkrəˈskɒpɪkli/) is an adverb that describes the method of observing or examining something with a microscope. The term originates from the Greek words mikros meaning "small" and skopein meaning "to look or see".
Usage
In the field of medicine, the term is often used to describe the examination of tissues, cells, or other minute structures that are not visible to the naked eye. For example, a pathologist might examine a biopsy sample microscopically to determine the presence or absence of disease.
Related Terms
- Microscope: An instrument used to see objects that are too small for the naked eye.
- Microscopic examination: The process of examining small structures or elements of tissues using a microscope.
- Histology: The study of the microscopic structure of tissues.
- Cytology: The study of cells at the microscopic level.
- Pathology: The study of disease, often involving microscopic examination of tissues and cells.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Microscopically
- Wikipedia's article - Microscopically
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