Icteric

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Icteric (ik-ter-ik)

Icteric is a medical term used to describe a condition that causes jaundice, or yellowing of the skin, eyes, and other tissues due to elevated levels of bilirubin in the bloodstream. The term is derived from the Greek word "ikteros", which means "jaundice".

Pronunciation

Icteric is pronounced as ik-ter-ik.

Etymology

The term "icteric" is derived from the Greek word "ikteros", which was used to describe the yellowish coloration of the skin and eyes associated with certain medical conditions. The term was first used in English in the late 19th century.

Related Terms

  • Jaundice: A condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and eyes due to elevated levels of bilirubin in the bloodstream.
  • Bilirubin: A yellow compound that is produced by the breakdown of hemoglobin in red blood cells. High levels of bilirubin in the blood can lead to jaundice.
  • Hemoglobin: A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and returns carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs.
  • Hepatitis: An inflammation of the liver that can cause jaundice.
  • Cholestasis: A condition where the flow of bile from the liver is slowed or stopped, which can lead to jaundice.

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