spinal tap

Noun
  1. Removal by centesis of fluid from the subarachnoid space of the lumbar region of the spinal cord for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes (synset 100945884)
    is a type of: centesis - (surgery) the act of puncturing a body cavity or organ with a hollow needle in order to draw out fluid
    same as: lumbar puncture, spinal puncture

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