nummular sputum


num·mu·lar spu·tum

a thick, coherent mass expectorated in globular shape that does not run at the bottom of the cup but forms a discoid mass resembling a coin. Synonym(s): globular sputum

num·mu·lar spu·tum

(nŭm'yū-lăr spyūt'ŭm) A thick, coherent mass expectorated in globular shape that does not run at the bottom of the cup but forms a discoid mass that resembles a coin.

nummular sputum

Sputum laden with round, coin-shaped solids.See also: sputum