Plasma Proteins, Low: definition
Abnormal blood level indicates malnutrition. Click for full description.
Osteitis Fibrosa Cystica: definition
A metabolic bone disease characterized by decalcification and softening of bones with bone cyst formation and bone tumors developing from effects of a parathyroid adenoma (tumor). Click for full description.
Muscle Wasting: definition
A disorder of muscle tissue resulting mainly from any of these conditions: protein deficiency, vitamin C deficiency, thiamin deficiency (B1), and in the disorder, dermatomyositis. Click for full description.
Mouth Sores (Oral Mucosal Lesions), Chronic: definition
Disorders of the mouth that are characterized by alterations in and sores of the mucosal lining of the mouth resulting from contact with gluten in food and any of the following nutrient deficiencies: iron, omega-3…
Obstetrical Complications: definition
Reproductive disorders such as abnormally short or prolonged gestations, inefficient labor with dystocia, and atonic uterine bleeding that may be a consequence of the endocrine derangements caused by any of these nutrient deficiencies: folate, iron,…
Obesity: definition
A metabolic disorder that is characterized by body mass index greater than 30%. Click for full description.
Neutropenia – Granulocytic Hypersegmentation: definition
A blood disorder characterized by presence of an abnormally low number of neutrophils resulting from deficiencies of copper and folate that is marked by profound weakness and predisposition to infection. Click for full description.
Nails – White Bands: definition
Signify protein deficiency and/or omega-3 fatty acid deficiency characterized by abnormal appearance anywhere in one or more nails. Click for full description
Nails – White Spots: definition
A feature of zinc deficiency. Click for full description.
Nails – Splinter Hemorrhages: definition
A feature of vitamin C deficiency that is characterized by fragility of the underlying capillaries resulting in bleeding under the nail. Click for full description.