PCR
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Example

The clinic scheduled a PCR to confirm the infection.

Definition

Initialism of polymerase chain reaction, a DNA amplification method.

  • A diagnostic test based on that method.

To perform a polymerase chain reaction.

Initialism of protein/creatinine ratio, a urine test of kidney function.

Initialism for certain control rods in engineering contexts.

  • May mean pitch, primary, or power control rod.

Abbreviation of phosphocreatine, a cellular energy buffer.