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Topic: Health

glycogen

IPA: //ˈɡlaɪ.kə.dʒɛn//

KK: /ˈɡlaɪkəˌdʒɛn/

noun

Definition: A type of carbohydrate that is stored in the body, mainly in the liver and muscles, and can be converted into glucose for energy when needed.

Example: After a long workout, the body uses glycogen stored in the muscles for energy.

glycogenolytic

IPA: //ˌɡlaɪ.kəˌdʒɛn.əˈlɪt.ɪk//

KK: /glaɪˌkoʊdʒəˈnɑlɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of breaking down glycogen into glucose, which is a form of energy for the body.

Example: The glycogenolytic process is essential for maintaining energy levels during exercise.

glycolic

IPA: //ɡlaɪˈkɒlɪk//

KK: /glaɪˈkɒlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of acid that is used in various skin care products and chemical processes.

Example: Glycolic acid is often used in facial peels to improve skin texture.

glycosuria

IPA: /ˌɡlaɪˈkoʊs.jʊə.ri.ə/

KK: /ɡlaɪˈkoʊsʊrɪə/

noun

Definition: A condition where there is too much sugar in the urine, often linked to diabetes or kidney problems.

Example: The doctor tested for glycosuria to check for diabetes.

glycosylated

IPA: /ɡlaɪˈkɒsɪleɪtɪd/

KK: /ɡlaɪˈkɒsɪleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a compound, especially a protein, that has a sugar molecule attached to it.

Example: The glycosylated protein plays a crucial role in cell signaling.

gnathic

IPA: /ˈnæθɪk/

KK: /ˈnæθɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the jaw or jaws.

Example: The doctor examined the gnathic structure of the patient's face.

goiter

IPA: /ˈɡɔɪtə/

KK: /ˈɡɔɪtər/

noun

Definition: A swelling in the front of the neck caused by an enlarged thyroid gland, often due to a lack of iodine.

Example: The doctor examined her for signs of a goiter after she reported feeling unusually tired.

goitered

IPA: /ˈɡɔɪtərd/

KK: /ˈɡɔɪtərd/

adjective

Definition: Having a goiter, which is an enlargement of the thyroid gland in the neck.

Example: The doctor examined the patient and noted that she was goitered due to iodine deficiency.

goitre

IPA: /ˈɡɔɪtə/

KK: /ˈɡɔɪtər/

noun

Definition: A swelling in the neck caused by an enlarged thyroid gland, often due to a lack of iodine or other health issues.

Example: The doctor examined the patient for signs of goitre after noticing a swelling in her neck.

goitred

IPA: /ˈɡɔɪtərd/

KK: /ˈɡɔɪtərd/

adjective

Definition: Having a swelling in the neck caused by an enlarged thyroid gland.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a goitred condition after examining her neck.

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