negative for

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showing no presence of a particular substance or condition (e.g., in a test)

negativeADJECTIVE + PREPOSITION

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for

Examples (10)

  • The urine tests were negative for protein.
  • Her latest blood work came back negative for any infections.
  • The initial screening was negative for the viral marker.
  • Thankfully, the biopsy results were negative for cancerous cells.
  • They were relieved to hear the baby was negative for genetic abnormalities.
  • All tests returned negative for drug use.
  • The environmental sample tested negative for pollutants.
  • After several checks, the patient remained negative for the disease.
  • The rapid test showed negative for influenza.
  • His follow-up examination was negative for any recurrence.