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Mineralization
The process by which the body uses minerals to build bone structure. Mentioned in: Rickets
mineralization [-īzā′shən] Etymology: L, minera + Gk, izein, to cause the addition of any mineral to the body. mineralization [min″er-al-ĭ-za´shun] the addition of mineral matter to the body.
mineralization, n the bioprecipitation of an inorganic substance.
mineralization the addition of mineral matter to the body, especially the skeleton. cutaneous mineralization see calcinosis cutis. dystrophic mineralization see dystrophic calcification. ectopic mineralization the deposition of calcium salts in abnormal locations, e.g. in uremia, hypervitaminosis D. mineralization front the interface between the unmineralized osteoid and the mineralized bone. Called also phosphate ridge. heterotopic mineralization see ectopic mineralization (above). metastatic mineralization calcification of unusual tissues leading to the development of metastatic bone. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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