hemolytic
Americanadjective
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Chris had a dangerous strain of E. coli, known as O157:H7, which led to hemolytic uremic syndrome.
From Salon ● Jun. 22, 2026
Ten people have been hospitalized — including a young child diagnosed with hemolytic uremic syndrome, a dangerous condition that damages blood vessels in the kidneys.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2024
Of the 10 people taken to hospital, one person developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious condition that can cause kidney failure.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2024
One potential complication is hemolytic uremic syndrome, or HUS, which can occur when red blood cell and platelet levels drop.
From Seattle Times ● May 7, 2024
The toxicity of various saponins is ten to a thousand times higher by vein than by mouth and is generally proportional to the hemolytic action.
From Northern Nut Growers Association Incorporated 39th Annual Report at Norris, Tenn. September 13-15 1948 by Northern Nut Growers Association
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