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Referral

usgb/rɪˈfɜːrəl/Volume
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Medical Context

Referral in medical terms usually involves seeing a specialist after primary doctor's advice.

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I got a referral for an MRI scan.
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Professional Trust

A referral indicates trust in another professional's expertise.

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My therapist's referral to a counselor was very helpful.
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