| 单词 | deficiency |
| 释义 | deficiency (dɪfɪʃənsi ) Word forms: deficiencies 1. variable noun Deficiency in something, especially something that your body needs, is not having enough of it. They did blood tests on him for signs of vitamin deficiency. There are serious deficiencies in the numbers of suitable aircraft. Synonyms: lack, want, deficit, absence 2. variable noun A deficiency that someone or something has is a weakness or imperfection in them. [formal] ...a serious deficiency in our air defence. Collocations: dietary deficiency Could this pinkness be due to a dietary deficiency? Times, Sunday Times The symptoms of biotinidase deficiency (and dietary deficiency of biotin) can be quite severe. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Supplements are necessary to counter the dietary deficiency of many micronutrients. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In it he described scurvy as resulting from a dietary deficiency. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Deficiencies can be due to a number of causes including inadequacy in nutrient intake called dietary deficiency, or conditions that interfere with the utilization of a nutrient within an organism. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 An ophthalmologist can identify the deficiency from the results. Times, Sunday Times Until that point they did good work identifying deficiencies and needs in the local health services. Times, Sunday Times A study has recently been completed, identifying deficiencies and recommendations for improvement. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Prior to commissioning, the new ship undergoes sea trials to identify any deficiencies needing correction. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The computing industry began to identify deficiencies in existing systems and focus on areas that would address public concerns about reliance on automated systems. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 This would not preclude adding iodine to salt to achieve an important public health aim, namely to reduce the risk of iodine deficiency in vulnerable groups. Times, Sunday Times An iodine deficiency has an impact on the thyroid. Times, Sunday Times Iodine deficiency can lead to low energy levels and poor metabolism. Times, Sunday Times When diseases are caused by environmental influences, such as iodine deficiency or lead poisoning, their resultant symptoms are unequivocally agreed to be acquired characteristics. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Other prevalent diseases were rickets, which she treated very successfully with doses of cod liver oil, and goiter due to iodine deficiency. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Doctors are alert to the possibility of damage from excessive iron levels as well as from iron deficiency. Times, Sunday Times Many people have an iron deficiency without being aware of it. Times, Sunday Times If he draws a blank, he might arrange a blood test because the symptoms can sometimes be the result of a vitamin or iron deficiency. The Sun Iron deficiency raises the risk of stroke because it makes the blood stickier, scientist have found. Times, Sunday Times I generally advise against taking supplements containing iron unless you have a proven iron deficiency. Times, Sunday Times There is a strong link between magnesium deficiency and insulin resistance, so it is important to include it if you have PCOS. PCOS DIET BOOK: How you can use the nutritional approach to deal with polycystic ovary syndrome (2002) Many features of M. E. are similar to magnesium deficiency. M. E. Post-Viral Fatigue Syndrome - How To Live With It (1989) It looked more like magnesium deficiency, which is easily dealt with. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Long-term use has been linked to weakened bones, heart problems and vitamin B12 and magnesium deficiency. Times, Sunday Times (2016) One major deficiency at the hands of the banks appears to be impersonation fraud, where a fraudster intercepts correspondence and diverts cash to his own account. Times, Sunday Times I urge parliamentarians to address this major deficiency. Times, Sunday Times The remaining 39 percent of the audits contained major deficiencies, however, which put $653 billion and 22.5 million plan participants and beneficiaries at risk. Christianity Today It cited major deficiencies, however, including the inability to easily justify or delete text, poor printed and built-in documentation, and very slow file saves. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Its major deficiencies are in phosphorus, potassium, sulfur and molybdenum. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 To mask this deficiency, the journeyman director takes one of several paths. Times, Sunday Times Rather than mask this deficiency, he worked until his aerial prowess was a strength. Times, Sunday Times Undoubtedly, his pulling power has masked some deficiencies and omissions. Times, Sunday Times Is this a sign of an illness or of a vitamin or mineral deficiency? Times, Sunday Times She often attributes some of the featured clients' health problems to a vitamin or mineral deficiency. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Longer term risks include the possibility of vitamin and mineral deficiency, hernia and bowel obstruction. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 An initial approach often involves screening for and, if necessary, treating any mineral deficiencies or other comorbid conditions. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The program seeks to reach 20 million beneficiaries by reducing vitamin and mineral deficiencies by 20-30 percent and stunting by 5-10 percent. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Again and again, remedying nutrient deficiency comes top when humanitarian priorities are ranked according to cost benefit analyses. Times, Sunday Times Plants produce flavonoids as a defence mechanism; they are triggered by nutrient deficiency. Times, Sunday Times The program looked at nutrient deficiency in algae, because they wanted to study the lipid trigger. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Chlorosis can be caused by a nutrient deficiency of ironcalled iron chlorosisor by a shortage of magnesium or nitrogen. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Even with adequate water and sunshine, nutrient deficiency can limit growth. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Iron deficiency is the most widespread nutritional deficiency. The Dictionary of Nutritional Health (1986) It is well established that nutritional deficiency in animals will cause birth abnormalities. The Family Nutrition Workbook (1988) Lack of iron is the most widespread nutritional deficiency in the world. Times, Sunday Times (2013) Bacteria can help overcome this deficiency by providing those tools. Christianity Today However, many will recall that we used to have government offices across the country designed to overcome this deficiency. Times,Sunday Times Having not built a band rotunda to date, it appears that the community may have used the opportunity of erecting the memorial to overcome this deficiency in the town's furnishings. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 No amount of coaching genius can overcome the deficiencies of the talent supply system. Times, Sunday Times These measures, adds the communiqu, were also taken to overcome the deficiencies noted under the former regime. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In my forum's case, any serious deficiency could be reported to, and dealt with immediately by the appropriate directorate. Times, Sunday Times A serious deficiency in this vital nutrient can cause beriberi, which has the immediate symptom of severe lethargy. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Due to its low wing loading, its turning maneuvers was bad - this was from the military's view a serious deficiency. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 But a far more serious deficiency would impede operational use. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It admitted there were serious deficiencies among frontline staff and patchy training. The Sun Although this answer was probably an overstatement, it was an indicator of a severe deficiency. Christianity Today Agranulocytosis implies a more severe deficiency than granulocytopenia. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The typical dose for severe deficiency can be up to 300 mg per day. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Approximately 1 in 4000 newborn infants has a severe deficiency of thyroid function, while even more have mild or partial degrees. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In severe deficiency, hospital admission may be required for nutritional support and detailed advice from dietitians. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Ironically, its eminent quotability may betray a more significant deficiency. The Times Literary Supplement These are in the standard variant often selected on the basis of experience and experimentation (since optimal values are problem dependent), which represents a significant deficiency in practice. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In 2007 improvements were made to the fabric of the school's buildings after a state inspection found significant deficiencies in several of the 1966 structures. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Some progress has undoubtedly been made since then in addressing some of the eurozone's structural deficiencies. Times, Sunday Times Neither shows any sign of coming out of its deep slumber soon or of tackling serious structural deficiencies. Globe and Mail It has been demolished due to structural deficiencies and will be reconstructed. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 A number of issues were found requiring action, included structural deficiencies, structural deterioration, insufficient roadside safety, foundation problems and inadequate hydraulics. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The condition included structural deficiencies, structural deterioration, insufficient roadside safety, foundation problems and inadequate hydraulics. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Some of the first signs of a zinc deficiency include impairment or loss of taste. Times, Sunday Times Zinc deficiency can affect the sharpness of your sense of taste, too, making the thought of food less appealing. Times, Sunday Times Research has shown that areas with zinc-deficient soils are often regions with widespread zinc deficiency in humans. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Similar features may be present in acquired zinc deficiency. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Indeed, zinc deficiency may have effects on virtually all parts of the human immune system. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Translations: Chinese: 缺乏 Japanese: 不足 |
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