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Aspirate
Definition 1
Aspirate (pronounced AS-pih-rit) refers to fluid, tissue, or other substance that is withdrawn from a body cavity, cyst, or tumor. Aspirate (pronounced AS-pih-rayt) refers to the act of withdrawing the fluid, tissue, or other substance through a needle. It also refers to the accidental breathing in of food or fluid into the lungs. This can cause serious problems, such as pneumonia and other lung problems. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
Fluid withdrawn from a body cavity, cyst, or tumor. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 3
Fluid withdrawn from a lump, often a cyst, or a nipple. (NCI Dictionary)
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