Bacteremic

/ˌbæktəˈriːmɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by bacteremia; having bacteria present in the blood.

Etymology

From bacteremia + -ic suffix, forming the adjective describing the state or condition of having bacteria in blood.

Kelly Says

Doctors use 'bacteremic' to describe a patient's condition during diagnosis—it's a more precise way to say 'has bacteria in their bloodstream' and helps distinguish different types of infections.

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