English Explanatory Dictionary

cytosponge

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A sponge contained within a pill on a fine string; once swallowed, the sponge is released and may be withdrawn, collecting cells (for analysis) on the way

Word forms

cytosponge cytosponges

Etymology

From cyto- + sponge.

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