chelation

noun

che·​la·​tion kē-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce chelation (audio)
 also  chē-
1
: the process of chelating or the quality or state of being chelated
2

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In some cases, chelation can cause organ damage and other severe side effects. Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 27 Nov. 2024 According to the outlet, Sara's currently taking heart medications and iron chelation to potentially treat her condition. Esme Mazzeo, Peoplemag, 15 Dec. 2023 With proper absorption and chelation techniques, these supplements deliver extra iron to nourish your hair follicles from within. Don't let hair loss get in the way of your confidence. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 Aug. 2023 When her symptoms were still not improving, Workman stopped the chelation and began an alternative treatment. Holly Bailey, Washington Post, 27 Mar. 2023 Others require transfusions every two to five weeks as well as regular chelation treatment, which removes iron from the blood. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2022 People with the condition require regular blood transfusions once or twice a month, and chelation therapies to reduce high levels of iron caused by the transfusions. Ryan Cross, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Aug. 2022 The often-costly remedies have included restrictive diets, supplements, chelation and hyperbaric chambers, as well as more dangerous home remedies. NBC News, 12 Nov. 2021 Just know that chelation is critical to good soil health. Tony Hansen, Outdoor Life, 3 Sep. 2019

Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of chelation was in 1932

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Medical Definition

chelation

noun
che·​la·​tion kē-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce chelation (audio)
1
: the process of chelating or the quality or state of being chelated
2

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