Microscopic examination
Microscopic Examination
Microscopic examination (pronunciation: /ˌmaɪkrəˈskɒpɪk ɪgˈzæmɪˌneɪʃən/) is a technique used in science and medicine to visualize objects that are too small to see with the naked eye.
Etymology
The term "microscopic" comes from the Greek words "mikros" meaning small and "skopein" meaning to look or see. "Examination" is derived from the Latin "examinare" which means to weigh or test.
Procedure
A microscopic examination involves the use of a microscope, an instrument that magnifies an image, allowing for the detailed observation and analysis of samples. The sample to be examined is placed on a microscope slide and then viewed through the microscope.
There are different types of microscopic examinations depending on the nature of the sample and the information required. These include light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy among others.
Applications
In medicine, microscopic examination is used in various fields such as pathology, hematology, and microbiology. It is used to examine biopsy samples, blood samples, and bacteria or viruses, respectively.
In science, it is used in fields like biology, geology, and chemistry for the study of cells, rocks, and chemical reactions, respectively.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Microscopic examination
- Wikipedia's article - Microscopic examination
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