hypocalcemia

[ hahy-poh-kal-see-mee-uh ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. an abnormally small amount of calcium in the blood.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hypocalcemia¹

First recorded in 1920–25; hypo- + calc- + -emia

Example Sentences

One of the main causes of death among hens, hypocalcemia, or low blood calcium levels, was most prevalent in aviaries.

From New York Times

The most common symptom with chronic hypocalcemia is the development of weak bones.

From Seattle Times

Treatment with denosumab was associated with a higher risk of hypocalcemia, or too little calcium in the blood.

From Reuters

Add to that that the lizard may not eat certain items and you have a recipe for problems, one of which is hypocalcemia.

From Seattle Times

Tremoring in iguanas can be quite serious, with the single most common cause being low blood calcium or hypocalcemia.

From Seattle Times