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fluorescein

/ˈflʊərɛskiːn/ noun · British & US
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What does fluorescein mean?

noun

A yellowish-white fluorescent dye used in medicine, photography, and other applications. It is also known as urobilin.

Example

"The doctor injected fluorescein into the patient's eye to examine the retina."

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