Hypometabolism
Translation of "hypometabolism" into Russian
hypometabolism
NounUK
/ˌhaɪpəʊmɪˈtæbəlɪzəm/
US
/ˌhaɪpoʊməˈtæbəlɪzəm/
hypometabolism
hypometabolisms pl
Hypometabolism can be observed in patients with certain neurological disorders.
Гипометаболизм можно наблюдать у пациентов с определёнными неврологическими расстройствами.
Definitions
hypometabolism
NounUK
/ˌhaɪpəʊmɪˈtæbəlɪzəm/
US
/ˌhaɪpoʊməˈtæbəlɪzəm/
A state of reduced metabolic activity, often characterized by a decrease in the rate of energy expenditure and bodily functions.
During hibernation, animals enter a state of hypometabolism to conserve energy.
An abnormally low metabolic rate, especially resulting from endocrine disorders or neurological disease.
Cerebral hypometabolism is a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease.