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hyposecretion

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[hahy-poh-si-kree-shuhn] / ˌhaɪ poʊ sɪˈkri ʃən /

noun

  1. a diminished secretion.

Etymology

Origin of hyposecretion

First recorded in 1905–10; hypo- + secretion

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In contrast, the hyposecretion of corticosteroids can result in Addison’s disease, a rare disorder that causes low blood glucose levels and low blood sodium levels.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

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