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Organs of reproduction, female
The internal genital structures of the female include the ovaries, the Fallopian tubes, the uterus (womb) and the vagina. The ovaries or 'egg sacs' are a pair of female reproductive organs located in the pelvis, one on each side of the…
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- Hypnosis A part of healing from ancient times. The induction of trance states and the use of therapeutic suggestion…
- Estrogen Estrogen is a female hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen deficiency can lead to osteoporosis. Estrogen…
- Laryngectomee A person who has had his or her larynx (voice box) removed. A partial laryngectomy preserves the voice. The…
- E2F3 E2F transcription factor 3. E2F3 is a gene on chromosome 6p22 that is a member of the E2F family of…
- Silver bullet Or magic bullet. 1. The perfect drug to cure a disease with no danger of side effects. The term magic bullet…
- RANTES A cytokine that is a member of the interleukin-8 superfamily of cytokines. RANTES is a protein. It is a…
- Ovary, polycystic See: Polycystic ovary syndrome
- Ciguatera Seafood poisoning due to ciguatoxin, a toxin acquired by eating fish that have consumed toxic single-celled…
- Vein, brachial A vein that accompanies the brachial artery between the shoulder and the elbow. The route of the brachial…
- Black henna A tattoo ink and paste consisting of henna with other ingredients added, sometimes including…
- DFSP Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans