oligemia

/ɔːlɪˈdʒɛmiə/

Definitions

1. noun

a rare or abnormal decrease in the number of red blood cells in the blood, especially anemia caused by a deficiency in erythropoietin.

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with oligemia due to a lack of iron in their diet.”

Synonyms

  • anemia
  • hypochromia

Antonyms

  • polycythemia