ScienceAugust 21, 2026
serology
suh-RAHL-uh-jee
Definition
The scientific study and analysis of bodily fluids, especially serum, typically used in forensic contexts to identify biological samples.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'serum' (whey or watery fluid) and the Greek suffix '-logia' (study of). It entered English in the late 19th century to describe the medical study of blood serum and its properties.
In the news
Serology is listed as one of the specific forensic disciplines taught to the educators, highlighting the practical laboratory skills they gain to implement in their own classrooms.
UCO FSI Celebrates a Decade of Training Forensic Science Educators Across the Nation
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