Category: H
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Hypoxanthine
A purine derivative, C5H4N40, in muscles and tissues in a stage of uric acid formation. It is formed during protein decomposition. Hypoxanthine is normal in urine in small amounts.
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Hypovenosity
Incomplete development of the venous system in an area, resulting in atrophy or degeneration.
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Hypouricuria
Less than normal amount of uric acid in the urine.
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Hypotympanotomy
Surgical incision of the hypotympanum.
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Hypotonia
In physiology, an abnormally low intrinsic resting tension (i.e., low tone in muscles or arteries). Hypotonia refers to an unusual lack of muscle tone. Under normal circumstances, even a muscle at rest maintains a certain level of inherent tension. However, in various conditions that impact the nervous system, this natural tension decreases.
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Hypothyroid
Marked by insufficient thyroid secretion.
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Hypothymism
Decreased activity of the thymus.
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Hypothermia blanket
A specially designed blanket for cooling patients with hyperthermia. It has flexible tubing between the layers of cloth through which cold water is circulated.
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Hyposteatolysis
Diminished emulsification of fats during digestion.
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Hyposmolarity
Decreased osmolar concentration, especial of the blood or urine.