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uremic

American  
[yoo-ree-mik] / jʊˈri mɪk /
Or uraemic

adjective

Pathology.
  1. relating to uremia.

  2. affected with uremia; having high levels of urea, normally excreted in the urine, circulating in the blood.


Etymology

Origin of uremic

From New Latin; see origin at uremia, -ic

Example Sentences

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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

Interestingly, the treatment did not significantly reduce certain uremic toxins that scientists originally expected to change.

From Science Daily May 8, 2026

In extreme cases, E. coli infections can cause hemolytic uremic syndrome, a condition that damages blood vessels in the kidneys.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 27, 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

If both the ureters are similarly blocked, the animal will die of uremic poisoning.

From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.

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