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blood chemistry study

Meaning of blood chemistry study: A procedure in which a sample of blood is examined to measure the amounts of certain substances made in the body.

Definition of blood chemistry study

A procedure in which a sample of blood is examined to measure the amounts of certain substances made in the body. An abnormal amount of a substance can be a sign of disease in the organ or tissue that produces it.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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