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sniff test
sniff test1. The act of questioning the viability of an idea or course of action. Josh thinks he has a solid plan, but it doesn't pass the sniff test for me—I don't see how it will be profitable.2. In medicine, a test of the phrenic nerve in which the patient must sniff forcefully. Next, we're going to do a sniff test so that I can see exactly how your phrenic nerve is functioning.3. In medicine, a way to recognize bacterial vaginosis (which presents with a fishlike odor). I've only done a sniff test so far, but I think that patient has bacterial vaginosis.4. The act of smelling something to determine whether or not it has a fresh odor. These leftovers pass the sniff test, so I'll heat them up for lunch. You can't wear that shirt again without washing it—it definitely doesn't pass the sniff test!See also: sniff, testEncyclopediaSeesmell testsniff test
sniff test1. at fluoroscopy, a test for diaphragmatic function; paradoxic motion of a hemidiaphragm when a patient sniffs vigorously shows phrenic nerve paralysis or paresis of the hemidiaphragm. 2. Occurrence of a fishlike odor with potassium hydroxide treatment of vaginal discharge; one of the Amsel criteria for clinical diagnosis of bacterial vaginosis. Synonym(s): whiff test (2) A metaphorical test used to determine the legitimacy or authenticity of a situation by using one’s own olfactory sensesniff test (snif test) fluoroscopy A test for diaphragmatic function; paradoxic motion of a hemidiaphragm when a patient sniffs vigorously to show phrenic nerve paralysis or paresis of the hemidiaphragm. If rapid upward movement of the diaphragm occurs on brisk sniffing in the supine position, it is highly suggestive of paralysis of the diaphragm. sniff test1. Any diagnostic test used to determine if a patient has a deficit in his or her sense of smell2. Breath test.3. Any diagnostic test in which a patient is asked to inhale through the nostrils forcefully, with the mouth closed4. Whiff test. |