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Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
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- A small probe measures molecules in tissue.
- The probe can check three molecules at once.
- The device is very thin and small.
- It gives information faster than old tests.
- It does not take large tissue samples.
- Doctors can use it to watch patients.
- The probe is less invasive than some tools.
- Researchers hope it will help medical care.
Difficult words
- probe — small tool used to look inside something
- molecule — very small part of a chemical or materialmolecules
- tissue — group of cells in a plant or animal
- invasive — enters the body and may cause harm
- device — piece of equipment made for a specific job
- researcher — person who studies and tests to find answersResearchers
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Discussion questions
- Would you want a test that gives information faster?
- Do you prefer tests that do not take large tissue samples?
- Would you feel comfortable with doctors using a small probe?
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