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decalcification

UK
/diːˌkælsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/diˌkælsəfəˈkeɪʃən/

Translations

decalcificationnoun
decalcifications
pl
Decalcification of bones can lead to serious health issues.
Декальцинация костей может привести к серьезным проблемам со здоровьем.
Synonyms
demineralization
decalcifying
removal of calcium
calcium loss
decalcificationadjective
UK
/diːˌkælsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/diˌkælsəfəˈkeɪʃən/
Used attributively before another noun, e.g. "decalcification solution".

Definitions

decalcificationnoun
The process of removing calcium or calcium compounds from a substance, often referring to the loss of calcium from bones or teeth.
The doctor explained that decalcification of the bones can lead to increased fragility and risk of fractures.
A medical or biological condition characterized by a deficiency of calcium salts in a tissue.
Patients suffering from severe decalcification may experience frequent bone fractures.
decalcificationadjective
Relating to or intended for the removal of calcium deposits.
The lab technician prepared a decalcification solution for the bone samples.
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