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Medical Terminology
Chapter 13
Term | Definition |
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hypothyroidism | deficient thyroid |
hyperkalemia | excessive potassium |
endocrinologist | physician who specializes in the study of the endocrine system |
estrogen | female formation, production |
hypothysis | under growth |
myxedema | mucus swelling |
insulin | used in the management of diabetes mellitus |
iodine | trace mineral that aids in the development and functioning of the thyroid gland. |
pituitary | pertaining to the pituitary gland , the hypothysis |