icterus (Meaning)
Wordnet
icterus (n)
yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes caused by an accumulation of bile pigment (bilirubin) in the blood; can be a symptom of gallstones or liver infection or anemia
type genus of the Icteridae
Webster
icterus (a.)
The jaundice.
Synonyms & Antonyms of icterus
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icterus Sentence Examples
- The patient presented with jaundice, a symptom of icterus.
- Examination revealed yellowed sclera, indicative of icterus.
- Liver function tests confirmed elevated bilirubin levels, consistent with icterus.
- The cause of the icterus was unclear, requiring further investigation.
- Icterus can be a sign of underlying liver or gallbladder disease.
- The severity of icterus is classified based on the level of bilirubin elevation.
- Neonatal icterus, also known as jaundice, is common in newborns.
- Obstructive icterus occurs when the flow of bile from the liver is blocked.
- Hemolytic icterus results from the increased breakdown of red blood cells.
- Treatment of icterus depends on the underlying cause and severity of the condition.
FAQs About the word icterus
yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes caused by an accumulation of bile pigment (bilirubin) in the blood; can be a symptom of gallstones or liver inf
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The patient presented with jaundice, a symptom of icterus.
Examination revealed yellowed sclera, indicative of icterus.
Liver function tests confirmed elevated bilirubin levels, consistent with icterus.
The cause of the icterus was unclear, requiring further investigation.
