anaemia

/əˈniːmiə/ /əˈniːmɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

A medical condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, leading to a lack of oxygen delivery to tissues and organs.

“The doctor diagnosed her with anaemia and prescribed iron supplements to alleviate the symptoms.”

2. noun

A deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, especially in the spleen.

“The anaemia in the spleen was a result of the patient’s autoimmune disorder.”

3. noun

A deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, especially in the bone marrow.

“The anaemia in the bone marrow was a side effect of the chemotherapy treatment.”

Synonyms

  • anemia
  • bloodlessness
  • hemochezia

Antonyms

  • hemochromatosis
  • hemoglobinemia