Description

The term 'clear' in a medical context often refers to the absence of any abnormal findings in diagnostic tests or examinations. It can also denote a state of being free from symptoms or the presence of a transparent liquid.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'clear' may be used in various contexts, such as laboratory results or descriptions of fluids. Common variants include 'limpiar' in non-medical contexts, which should be avoided in clinical settings where 'aclarar' or 'claro' is more appropriate.

Example Sentences

EN: The results of the test came back clear, indicating no signs of infection.

ES: Los resultados de la prueba fueron claros, indicando que no había signos de infección.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'clear' with 'limpiar' in non-medical contexts; misinterpreting 'claro' as only referring to color; mixing up with similar-sounding terms like 'claro' and 'clara'.