patient under investigation
The term "patient under investigation" is frequently used in public health to describe individuals who may have been exposed to infectious diseases and are undergoing medical evaluation.
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Definition
C1Public Health
(technical, formal)A person who is being evaluated for a possible infectious disease due to symptoms or exposure history.
Example
- The patient under investigation was isolated until test results confirmed the diagnosis.
- Healthcare workers closely monitor patients under investigation to prevent potential outbreaks.