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Demineralization |
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demineralization /de·min·er·al·iza·tion/ (de-min?er-al-i-za´shun) excessive elimination of mineral or organic salts from tissues of the body.
Demineralization A loss or decrease of minerals in the bones. Mentioned in: Hyperparathyroidism demineralization, n a measurable decrease in the level of inorganic salts or minerals such as bone or enamel. Older term is decalcification. demineralization excessive elimination of mineral or organic salts from the tissues of the body. |
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After menopause, bones begin to demineralize, which lets lead seep out and blood levels of the compound increase. |
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