Clinical Diagnosis · Multiple Systems · Hard
Hypoalbuminaemia
Meaning: An abnormally low level of the main blood protein made by the liver, contributing to swelling.
In practice: Hypoalbuminaemia from nephrotic syndrome caused marked leg oedema and puffiness around her eyes.
Word parts
- hypo- means below or less than normal
- -aemia means a condition of the blood
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Answer: Dysmetria
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