| Pronunciation: | | `hIpowkal'seemeeu
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] abnormally low level of calcium in the blood; associated with hypoparathyroidism or kidney malfunction or vitamin D deficiency |
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HYPOCALCEMIA is a 12 letter word that starts with H. |
| | Synonyms: | | hypocalcaemia |
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| | Antonyms: | | hypercalcaemia, hypercalcemia |
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| | See Also: | | symptom |
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Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | Abnormally low level of calcium in the blood. |
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Biology Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | A medical condition in which the blood has abnormally low concentrations of calcium; this can result in muscle cramps, abdominal cramps, spasms, and hyperactive deep tendon reflexes. Hypocalcemia is the opposite of hypercalcemia. |
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