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nephrotoxin

/ˌnɛf.rəʊˈtɒk.sɪn/

Tradução: Substância tóxica para os rins, capaz de causar dano ou alteração da função renal.

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noun

C2formalcommonmedical/ˌnɛf.rəʊˈtɒk.sɪn/

A substance that is toxic to the kidneys, capable of causing damage or impairing kidney function.

  • 🇵🇹Substância tóxica para os rins, capaz de causar dano ou alteração da função renal.
  1. Kidney toxin C2 formal medical

    A toxic substance that specifically damages or impairs the function of the kidneys.

    • Exposure to certain heavy metals can act as a nephrotoxin.
    • The patient was diagnosed with acute kidney injury caused by a nephrotoxin.
    • Doctors monitor for signs of nephrotoxin exposure in patients on long-term medication.

    🇵🇹Nefrotoxina

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