iodinescreening
nounUK /ˈaɪədiːn ˈskriːnɪŋ/
US /ˈaɪədaɪn ˈskriːnɪŋ/
A test that checks if your body has enough iodine.
The doctor did an iodine screening to make sure her thyroid was healthy.
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2. A public health program that tests a group of people for low iodine levels.
The school took part in an iodine screening to see if students needed supplements.
3. A lab test that measures how much iodine is in a sample, like salt or water.
The factory ran an iodine screening on the salt to confirm it was properly fortified.
4. A quick check of iodine levels before a medical scan that uses iodine dye.
Before the imaging test, the nurse performed an iodine screening to avoid allergic reactions.