Azotaemia
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Description
Azotaemia refers to an increase in the blood concentrations of urea and creatinine. Azotaemia occurs almost exclusively with renal failure that results in an inability to excrete these two metabolic products.
Clinical Significance
Azotaemia may cause the clinical syndrome of uraemia, affecting multiple organ systems.