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Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Medical Definition: | Disorders in the processing of phosphorus in the body: its absorption, transport, storage, and utilization. |
Guide Notes: | HYPOPHOSPHATEMIA is also available; DF: PHOSPHORUS METAB DIS |
Hypophosphatemia - An abnormally decreased level of phosphates in the blood. The manifestations include hemolysis, lassitude, weakness, and convulsions. It may be found in hyperparathyroidism, rickets, osteomalacia, and several renal tubular abnormalities. (Dorland, 27th ed) |
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders Medical Definitions and Terms
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