The liver quickly breaks down ethylene glycol into toxic products that can lead to kidney failure and death. Even a small amount of antifreeze can be fatal to dogs and cats. Antifreeze poisoning is a medical emergency, and early treatment is crucial. Signs include: staggering, vomiting, increased drinking and urination, and seizures. Diagnosis is generally based on the results of blood and urine tests.
Freebase(1.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition: The Archaea constitute a domain or kingdom of single-celled microorganisms. These microbes have no cell nucleus or any other membrane-bound organelles within their cells.
Kingdom Archaea â¢âarchaeâ bacteria= âancientâ bacteria â¢Contains most of the âextremophilesâ â¢Prokaryotes-no membrane bound organelles â¢Encompasses 5 phyla, and includes the methanogens and extreme halophiles and thermophiles. â¢Until 1977 archaea were classified as bacteria.