anoxia

(noun)

A condition in which tissues are severely or totally deprived of oxygen, severe hypoxia.

Related Terms

Examples of anoxia in the following topics:

  • Hypoxia

    • Hypoxia in which there is complete deprivation of oxygen supply is referred to as anoxia.

  • Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

    • Cells respond by switching to anaerobic metabolism, causing anoxia, lactic acidosis, and eventual cell death.