acetonuria
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/ˌæsɪtoʊˈnjʊriə/
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/ˌæsɪtəʊˈnjʊəriə/
acetone in urine
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetonuria' originates from the combination of 'acetone' and the suffix '-uria', where 'acetone' refers to a type of ketone body and '-uria' indicates a condition related to urine.
Historical Evolution
'Acetonuria' was formed in the late 19th century as medical understanding of metabolic conditions advanced.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'presence of acetone in urine', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern medical terminology.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the presence of acetone in the urine, often associated with diabetes or starvation.
The doctor diagnosed the patient with acetonuria after analyzing the urine sample.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/19 17:36