blood work

[ bluhd wurk ]

noun

1. a blood test or blood tests collectively.

Word History and Origins

Origin of blood work¹

First recorded in 1810–15

Example Sentences

Her doctors ordered blood work and a CT scan.

From Los Angeles Times

She said his blood work showed low protein levels, and the pads on his paws were dry, cracked and calloused, proof that he had spent a lot of time on his own.

From Los Angeles Times

One month’s worth of pills costs the health service just under £1,000, and regular blood work is required to monitor progress.

From BBC

Teigen explained that doctors noticed that Miles’ blood work was off after he was hospitalized for an unrelated infection a couple of weeks ago.

From Los Angeles Times

Blood work and lab testing “showed increasing problems with her liver and other facets of her organ functioning,” according to the complaint, but Seattle Children’s hospital physicians told Ramesh’s parents she could be safely treated at home.

From Seattle Times