毒物検査
犯人の血液から毒物検査が行われた。
A toxic substance test was conducted on the suspect's blood.
A laboratory test to detect the presence of toxic substances in a sample, such as blood, urine, or environmental materials.
裁判所は被告の体内から毒物検査を行うよう命じた。
The court ordered a toxic substance test to be conducted on the defendant's body.
工場排水の毒物検査で基準値を超える鉛が検出された。
Lead exceeding the standard value was detected in the toxic substance test of factory wastewater.
Often abbreviated as 毒検 in forensic or medical contexts.
A screening process to identify harmful chemicals or drugs in a person or environment, typically for legal or safety purposes.
空港の保安検査では毒物検査も行われている。
Toxic substance tests are also conducted as part of security screening at airports.
May include tests for pesticides, heavy metals, or illicit drugs.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Distinguish from 薬物検査
毒物検査 focuses on toxic chemicals (e.g., arsenic, cyanide), while 薬物検査 refers to drug screening (e.g., for illegal substances like cocaine or methamphetamine).
Gold Rule
Context matters
毒物検査 is often abbreviated as 毒検 in forensic reports, but avoid using 毒検 in formal writing unless the context is clear.
Word Origin
毒物 (どくぶつ) = 'toxic substance' + 検査 (けんさ) = 'inspection/test'. The compound reflects the combined meaning of testing for harmful substances.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in forensic science, workplace safety, and environmental monitoring. In legal contexts, it may refer to tests for poisoning or drug use.