Phloridzin or phlorizin glycosuria is a medical condition that causes the excretion of glucose in the urine. The word 'phloridzin' is spelled /flɔːrɪdʒɪn/ or /flɔːrɪzɪn/, while 'glycosuria' is spelled /ɡlaɪkəʊˈsjʊərɪə/. These terms are commonly used in the scientific community to describe the loss of glucose caused by the use of phloridzin, a chemical found in plants such as apple, pear, and cherry. Understanding the correct spelling and pronunciation of these words is important for medical professionals and researchers who study metabolic disorders.
The presence of sugar in the urine after the experimental administration of phloridzin.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.