albuminuria
|al-bu-mi-nu-ri-a|
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/ˌæl.bjuː.mɪˈnʊr.i.ə/
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/ˌæl.bjuː.mɪˈnjʊə.ri.ə/
albumin in urine
Etymology
Etymology Information
'albuminuria' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'albumen,' where 'albumen' meant 'white of egg' and '-uria' refers to 'urine condition.'
Historical Evolution
'albumen' transformed into the medical term 'albuminuria' in the 19th century, reflecting the presence of albumin in urine.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the presence of any protein in urine, but over time it became more specific to albumin.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the presence of albumin in the urine, typically as a symptom of kidney disease.
The doctor diagnosed the patient with albuminuria after finding high levels of albumin in the urine test.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/14 17:51