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Meaning of hypophosphatemia | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

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An electrolyte disturbance in which there is an abnormally low level of phosphate in the blood, most commonly seen when malnourished patients are given large amounts of carbohydrates, creating a high phosphorus demand in the cells of the body.

countable, uncountable

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C2
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This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

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