lithogenic

Translations

lithogenicadjective
Relational adjective describing origin from or tendency to form stone/rock material; not normally gradable.
литогенныймед.; геол.; описывает склонность к образованию камней и происхождение из горных пород
A lithogenic diet may increase the risk of gallstone formation.
Литогенная диета может повысить риск образования желчных камней.
Additional translations
каменеобразующийредко; мед. термин

Definitions

lithogenicadjective
Tending to produce calculi (stones) within the body, such as kidney or gallstones.
A lithogenic diet may increase the risk of gallstone formation.
Formed from, produced by, or consisting of the breakdown products of rock.
Lithogenic sediments dominate the seafloor near the river delta.