cytosponge

English

Etymology

From cyto- +‎ sponge.

Noun

cytosponge (plural cytosponges)

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 A sponge contained within a pill on a fine string; once swallowed, the sponge is released and may be withdrawn, collecting cells (for analysis) on the way

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