noun
hypoosmolality; hyposmosis
Medical/biological term for a state where the osmotic pressure of a body fluid is lower than normal. Used in clinical contexts such as hyponatremia or fluid balance disorders.
低浸透圧血症は、血清ナトリウム濃度の低下によって起こる。
Hypoosmolar hyponatremia occurs due to a decrease in serum sodium concentration.
この患者は低浸透圧状態にあるため、慎重な輸液管理が必要だ。
Because this patient is in a hypoosmolar state, careful fluid management is necessary.
Compound of 低 (てい, 'low') + 浸透圧 (しんとうあつ, 'osmotic pressure'). A straightforward technical term formed from standard Sino-Japanese elements.