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hypermetabolism /hy·per·me·tab·o·lism/ (-mĕ-tab´o-lizm) increased metabolism. extrathyroidal hypermetabolism abnormally elevated basal metabolism unassociated with thyroid disease.
hypermetabolism [-mətab′əliz′əm] increased metabolism, usually accompanied by excessive body heat. hypermetabolism increased metabolism. Occurs during periods of stress and with many diseases. There is increased peripheral insulin resistance, increased protein catabolism and a negative nitrogen balance. extrathyroidal hypermetabolism abnormally elevated basal metabolism unassociated with thyroid disease. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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