Definition

A condition where a fluid, particularly blood, has a higher thickness or stickiness than normal, making it flow less easily.

Example

The doctor explained that hyperviscosity can lead to various health issues due to poor blood circulation.

Conversation

Have you heard about hyperviscosity and how it can affect our health?

Yeah, I read that it can make blood flow slower, which sounds serious.

Exactly! I didn’t realize it could lead to bigger issues like clots.

Same here; it's important to stay informed about such conditions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hyperviscosity → It is formed from "hyper-" (meaning over or excessive) and "viscosity" (from Latin "viscositas", meaning stickiness or thickness). The term describes a condition where the viscosity of a fluid is excessively high, making it thicker than normal.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hyper-' meaning excessive and 'viscosity' referring to thickness — together, they describe a state of being excessively thick or sticky.

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