syringe

(sĭ-rinj′ )

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(sir′inj)
[Gr. syrinx, stem syring-, a panpipe]

1. An instrument for injecting fluids into cavities, tissues, or vessels.



SYRINGES A. plastic; B. piston; C. rubber bulb; D. metallic.
2. To wash out or introduce fluid with a syringe.

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