cribado genético
/kɾibado xenetiko/from spelling rules
Genetic screening in Spanish is cribado genético.
This phrase refers to medical testing used to identify genetic mutations or markers that indicate a risk of disease. While cribado genético specifically describes the screening process, you may also hear pruebas genéticas used as a more general way to refer to genetic testing in a clinical setting.
What does it mean word for word?
The term cribado comes from the verb cribar, which means to sift or to screen (as in using a sieve) and genético means genetic.
Which one should you use?
Cribado genético refers specifically to the screening process itself, whereas pruebas genéticas is a more general term for genetic tests.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In many parts of Latin America, the term tamizaje genético is more commonly used in medical contexts than cribado genético.
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, both the noun and the adjective must be changed to their plural forms: cribados genéticos.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word cribar can be used figuratively to describe the process of narrowing down a large group of job candidates or students through a rigorous selection process.
- The word cribado is rooted in the physical act of using a criba, a traditional agricultural sieve used to separate grain from chaff.
- The word tamiz, which forms the basis for tamizaje, refers specifically to a piece of mesh or gauze used as a filter.
Examples in context
- Es importante realizar un tamizaje genético para detectar posibles trastornos genéticos hereditarios.It is important to undergo genetic screening to detect possible hereditary genetic disorders.
- El tamizaje genético puede ayudar a prevenir enfermedades genéticas antes de que surjan.Genetic screening can help prevent genetic diseases before they arise.
- Recomendaría un tamizaje genético a personas con antecedentes familiares de enfermedades genéticas.I would recommend genetic screening for individuals with a family history of genetic diseases.
- Mi médico me recomendó hacerme unas pruebas genéticas debido a mis antecedentes familiares.My doctor recommended that I undergo genetic screening due to my family history.
- Estamos considerando realizar pruebas genéticas antes de planificar un embarazo.We are considering genetic screening before planning a pregnancy.
- ¿Sabías que ahora se pueden hacer pruebas genéticas para detectar enfermedades hereditarias?Did you know that genetic screening can now be done to detect hereditary diseases?
- ¿Podría recomendarme algún especialista en tamizaje genético?Could you recommend a specialist in genetic screening?
- Voy a hacerme un tamizaje genético.I am going to undergo genetic screening.
- Me hice unas pruebas genéticas el año pasado.I underwent genetic screening last year.
- Siempre he considerado hacerme un tamizaje genético.I have always considered genetic screening.
- El cribado genético es muy importante para la prevención.Genetic screening is very important for prevention.
- Debemos solicitar un cribado genético para el bebé.We should request a genetic screening for the baby.
- Los resultados del cribado genético ya están disponibles.The genetic screening results are already available.
Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are discussing medical options at a doctor's office.
- Mateo¿Es necesario realizar un cribado genético ahora?Is it necessary to perform a genetic screening now?
- ElenaSí, Mateo, es recomendable para tu salud.Yes, Mateo, it is recommended for your health.
- MateoEntiendo, ¿cuánto tiempo tarda el proceso?I understand, how long does the process take?
- ElenaDepende, pero suele ser rápido.It depends, but it is usually fast.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
