The condition of accumulation of urea in blood due to kidney failure is called:
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Correct answer: Uremia
Uremia is a clinical condition associated with fluid, electrolyte, and hormone imbalances and metabolic abnormalities, which develop in parallel with deterioration of renal function. It is characterized by high levels of urea in the blood.
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