Another term for a elevated body temperature (fever) is?
Everyday Science / Disease — Multiple-choice practice
- A. Hypothermia
- B. Pyrexia
- C. Febrile seizure
- D. Hypertension
Correct answer
Pyrexia
Explanation
Explanation Pyrexia is the medical term for fever . Indicates raised body temperature . Commonly due to infection or inflammation . Caused by resetting of the hypothalamic thermostat . Opposite of hypothermia. Last updated question01 March 2026
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