bacteriaemia

/ˌbæk.tɪˈriː.əˌmɪ.ə/ or /ˌbæktɪˈriː.əˌmiː.ə/

Definitions

1. noun

The presence of bacteria in the blood.

“The doctor ordered a blood test to check for bacteriaemia in the patient with a fever.”

2. noun

A condition of having bacteria in the blood, often caused by a bacterial infection.

“The patient was diagnosed with bacteriaemia and was given antibiotics to treat the infection.”

Synonyms

  • bacteremia
  • sepsis

Antonyms

  • sterility