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natriuresis

natriuresis

9.9
The body removes a large amount of salt in the urine
  • noun
  • /ˌnætrɪˈjʊərɪsɪs/
  • Specialized
: natriduría
  • Diuretics should be given only if they cause a significant natriuresis (i.e., urine sodium excretion of more than 30 mmoles daily).

Examples

  • The patient's natriuresis increased after starting the new medication, resulting in more frequent urination.

  • During her treatment, the doctor monitored her natriuresis closely to assess her sodium levels.

  • High levels of natriuresis can indicate kidney function issues or a response to certain treatments.

Surface Forms

natriuresis singular
natriureses plural

Morphology

natriuresis = natrium (opaque) = natri + uresis

The term is built from technical combining forms natri- (sodium) + -uresis (urination); these medical elements are not transparent to an average B1 learner.

Etymology

The word natriuresis breaks into natri- meaning 'sodium', like 'salt', and -uresis meaning 'urine' or 'making urine'. So, natriuresis is when the body gets rid of a lot of sodium in the urine.