Renal (en. Renal)
/reˈnal/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
That which belongs to or relates to the kidneys.
Kidney failure is a serious health issue.
La insuficiencia renal es un problema grave de salud.
Referring to processes or conditions that affect kidney function.
Kidney diseases may require dialysis.
Enfermedades renales pueden requerir diálisis.
Used in a medical context to describe specific treatments or diagnoses.
The renal analysis shows the function of the kidneys.
El análisis renal muestra la función de los riñones.
Etymology
From Latin 'renal', which means 'of the kidneys'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
renal failure
Condition in which the kidneys do not function properly.
insuficiencia renal
chronic kidney disease
Progressive degradation of kidney function.
enfermedad renal crónica
kidney transplant
Surgical procedure to replace a damaged kidney.
trasplante renal
Related Words
kidney
Organ that filters blood and produces urine.
riñón
nephrology
Medical specialty that deals with kidney diseases.
nefrología
dialysis
Procedure used to remove waste and excess fluid when the kidneys do not function.
diálisis
Slang Meanings
Referring to something that is critical or necessary.
I need that renal report for the meeting.
Necesito ese informe renal para la reunión.
Used in a medical context as a colloquial term among professionals.
The patient has a complicated renal case.
El paciente tiene un caso renal complicado.