Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
emia
Noun
/ˈiːmiə/
Definition
A condition or presence of a substance in the blood.
Examples
- Anemia is a condition marked by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood.
- Leukemia is a type of cancer affecting blood cells and bone marrow.
- Hypoxia can lead to hypoxemia, a reduced level of oxygen in the blood.
Meaning
The term ’emia’ is used in medical contexts to refer to blood conditions characterized by the presence of certain elements or conditions.
Synonyms
- Blood condition
- Hemopathy
- Bacteremia (when bacteria are present in the blood)
