Description

Indicator Dilution Techniques are methods used to measure the volume of distribution of a substance in a given system by introducing a known quantity of a tracer or indicator. These techniques are commonly applied in pharmacokinetics and environmental studies to assess the dispersion of substances in biological and ecological systems.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'Método de Dilución del Indicador' is used in formal medical contexts. Common variants may include 'técnicas de dilución' or 'métodos de dilución', which are more colloquial and should be avoided in clinical settings. It is important to maintain the formal register when interpreting this term.

Example Sentences

EN: The research team employed Indicator Dilution Techniques to assess the pharmacokinetics of the new drug.

ES: El equipo de investigación utilizó el Método de Dilución del Indicador para evaluar la farmacocinética del nuevo fármaco.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'dilución' with 'diluyente'; mixing up with similar techniques like 'técnicas de absorción'; using informal terms in clinical contexts.