CEFR C1

analyte

noun

Meaning

A substance that is subjected to analysis, especially in chemistry or medicine.

Examples

The presence of the specific analyte indicated a potential infection.
Researchers are developing new methods to detect trace amounts of the target analyte.

Synonyms: substance, component, constituent

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analyte (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈænəlaɪt/

Definition

A substance that is subjected to analysis, especially in chemistry or medicine.

Examples

The presence of the specific analyte indicated a potential infection.
Researchers are developing new methods to detect trace amounts of the target analyte.

How to Use analyte

detect analyte (collocation): To find or discover the presence of a specific substance. — "Scientists are working to detect the analyte in environmental samples."
measure analyte (collocation): To determine the amount or degree of a specific substance. — "The laboratory will measure the analyte to assess the patient's condition."
concentration of analyte (collocation): The amount of a specific substance present in a given volume or mass. — "The high concentration of the analyte suggested contamination."

Synonyms of analyte

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