Definition

Describing a condition where there is a lower than normal level of calcium in the blood.

Example

The patient was diagnosed as hypocalcemic after the blood test showed low calcium levels.

Conversation

I read that being hypocalcemic can really affect your energy levels.

Yeah, I heard it can make you feel really weak and tired.

Exactly! I need to make sure I'm getting enough calcium in my diet.

For sure, maybe some dairy or leafy greens would help.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hypocalcemic → It is formed from "hypo-" (meaning under or below) and "calcium" (from Latin "calx", meaning lime or calcium) and "-emic" (meaning related to blood). The word describes a condition where there is a lower than normal level of calcium in the blood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hypo-' meaning 'below' and 'calcium' referring to the mineral — this helps you remember that hypocalcemic means having less calcium in the blood.

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