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UK//ˌhaɪ.pəˈkæl.sɪ.mi.ə//US//ˌhaɪ.pɚˈkæl.sɪ.mi.ə//

Meaning of Hypercalcemia

A condition marked by abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood.

In simple words: Too much calcium in the blood.

Hypercalcemia in a sentence

  • The patient was diagnosed with hypercalcemia after extensive blood tests.
  • Symptoms of hypercalcemia can include fatigue and nausea.
  • Treatment for hypercalcemia often involves hydration and medication.
  • Doctors suspect hypercalcemia due to the patient's recent symptoms.
  • Monitoring calcium levels is essential for patients at risk of hypercalcemia.

How to use Hypercalcemia

Used primarily in medical contexts. Not common in everyday conversation. Should be used when discussing health conditions.

Grammar pattern

standalone term

Memory hint

Think of 'hyper' as in over and 'calcemia' as calcium - too much calcium.

Related words

Collocations with Hypercalcemia

  • diagnose hypercalcemia
  • treat hypercalcemia
  • symptoms of hypercalcemia

Synonyms for Hypercalcemia

  • high calcium
  • calcium overload
  • elevated calcium

Common mistakes with Hypercalcemia

  • Confused with similar sounding terms like 'hyperkalemia'.
  • Misunderstanding the symptoms associated with hypercalcemia.
  • Incorrectly spelling the term.

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Frequently asked questions about Hypercalcemia

What does Hypercalcemia mean?

Too much calcium in the blood.

What is the definition of Hypercalcemia?

A condition marked by abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood.

How do you use Hypercalcemia in a sentence?

The patient was diagnosed with hypercalcemia after extensive blood tests.

Can you give another example of Hypercalcemia?

Symptoms of hypercalcemia can include fatigue and nausea.

What are synonyms for Hypercalcemia?

Common alternatives include high calcium, calcium overload, elevated calcium.

What words go with Hypercalcemia?

It commonly pairs with diagnose hypercalcemia, treat hypercalcemia, symptoms of hypercalcemia.

What are common mistakes when using Hypercalcemia?

Confused with similar sounding terms like 'hyperkalemia'. Misunderstanding the symptoms associated with hypercalcemia. Incorrectly spelling the term.

How do you pronounce Hypercalcemia?

US: //ˌhaɪ.pɚˈkæl.sɪ.mi.ə//, UK: //ˌhaɪ.pəˈkæl.sɪ.mi.ə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Hypercalcemia formal or informal?

"Hypercalcemia" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Hypercalcemia?

Used primarily in medical contexts. Not common in everyday conversation. Should be used when discussing health conditions.