cobalamin
Definition
- Noun:
- A form of vitamin B12: Cobalamin is a specific chemical compound that belongs to the vitamin B12 group, essential for nerve function and red blood cell formation.
- A treatment for specific anemias: It is used medically to treat certain types of anemia, particularly those caused by a deficiency of this vitamin.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor prescribed a cobalamin supplement for the patient's deficiency.
- Cobalamin is naturally found in animal products like meat and eggs.
Advanced Usage
- "Cobalamin deficiency": A medical condition resulting from inadequate levels of vitamin B12.
- Prolonged cobalamin deficiency can lead to neurological problems.
Variants and Related Words
- Cyanocobalamin (n): A common synthetic form of cobalamin used in supplements and fortified foods.
- This supplement contains cyanocobalamin, a stable form of cobalamin.
- Hydroxocobalamin (n): Another form of cobalamin often used in injectable treatments.
- Hydroxocobalamin is preferred for treating severe B12 deficiencies.
Synonyms
- Vitamin B12: The general name for the group of compounds including cobalamin.
- Extrinsic factor: An older term referring to the dietary component (vitamin B12) needed to prevent pernicious anemia.
Noun
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a B vitamin that is used to treat pernicious anemia
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