polar T3 syndrome

noun

A condition found in polar explorers, caused by a decrease in the thyroid hormone T₃, resulting in cognitive impairment and mood disturbance.

Meanings

nounpolar T3 syndrome (uncountable)
  1. uncountableA condition found in polar explorers, caused by a decrease in the thyroid hormone T₃, resulting in cognitive impairment and mood disturbance.
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