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azoturia

azoturia

9.9
A health problem with too much urea in the urine
  • noun
  • /ˌæzoʊˈtjʊəriə/
  • Specialized
: azoturia
  • The veterinarian diagnosed the horse with azoturia after observing dark-colored urine and muscle stiffness.

Examples

  • Patients suffering from azoturia may present symptoms of muscle weakness and excessive urination.

  • Early detection of azoturia is essential for effective treatment and prevention of complications.

  • The doctor diagnosed her with azoturia after reviewing her tests.

  • Is azoturia common in athletes?

  • Early detection of azoturia is essential for effective treatment and prevention of complications.

  • Patients suffering from azoturia may present symptoms of muscle weakness and excessive urination.

  • The veterinarian diagnosed the horse with azoturia after observing dark-colored urine and muscle stiffness.

Surface Forms

azoturia singular
azoturias plural

Etymology

Azoturia comes from the parts azot- meaning 'nitrogen' and -uria meaning 'urine'. So, azoturia names a condition with too much nitrogen waste in the urine, which is why it means a high amount of urea in the urine.