hypoxemic

/hɪˈpɒksɛmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or caused by a deficiency in the oxygen content of the blood

“The patient was in a hypoxemic state after the accident.”

2. noun

a person or animal that is hypoxemic

“The hypoxemic patient was rushed to the emergency room.”

Synonyms

  • hypoxic
  • oxygen-deprived

Antonyms

  • normoxic
  • oxygenated