biological specimen

Definitions

A sample of biological material, such as tissue, blood, or fluid, taken from a living organism for examination or analysis.

An individual organism or part of an organism preserved for scientific study or display.

Examples

The researcher carefully labeled each biological specimen before placing it in the freezer.

Strict protocols must be followed when handling a biological specimen to prevent contamination.

The laboratory analysis of the biological specimen revealed the presence of a rare bacterial strain.

Synonyms

organic sample tissue sample clinical specimen biological sample biopsy biological material living matter

Antonyms

synthetic material inorganic matter artificial substance non-biological object man-made material inanimate object chemical compound