hyponatremia

Definition

A medical condition characterized by an abnormally low concentration of sodium in the blood.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'hypo-' (under), 'natrium' (the Latin name for sodium), and '-emia' (blood condition). The term was coined in the late 19th century to describe electrolyte imbalances.

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