achrestic

achrestic
achres·tic (ə-kresґtik) not using some normal tool or process, as the inability of those with achrestic anemia (q.v.) to utilize vitamin B12.

Medical dictionary. 2011.

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  • achrestic — achres·tic …   English syllables

  • achrestic anemia — any of various types of megaloblastic anemia that resemble pernicious anemia but are unresponsive to therapy with vitamin B12 …   Medical dictionary

  • achrestic anemia — əˈkrestik noun Etymology: a (II) + Greek chrēstikos knowing how to use, understanding the use of; from the hypothesis that the body of a sufferer from this disease is unable to use the antianemic principle contained in the body : chronic… …   Useful english dictionary

  • Anemia — The condition of having less than the normal number of red blood cells or less than the normal quantity of hemoglobin in the blood. The oxygen carrying capacity of the blood is, therefore, decreased. Persons with anemia may feel tired and fatigue …   Medical dictionary

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