acetonemic (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌæsɪtəˈniːmɪk/
Definition
Relating to or characterized by the presence of acetone in the blood, often associated with diabetes or other metabolic disorders.
Examples
The doctor diagnosed the patient with acetonemic syndrome, which was causing her blood sugar levels to fluctuate wildly.
Acetonemic conditions can lead to serious health complications if left untreated, including coma and even death.
How to Use acetonemic
- acetonemic condition (noun phrase)
- a medical condition characterized by the presence of acetone in the blood — "The patient was diagnosed with an acetonemic condition that required immediate treatment."
- acetonemic test (noun phrase)
- a laboratory test used to measure acetone levels in blood or urine — "The doctor ordered an acetonemic test to determine the patient's acetone levels."
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