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Skin test for allergy
Allergy: Teste on the skin to identify the allergy substance (the allergen) that is triggering the allergic reaction. A small amount of the suspected allergy-provoking substance is placed on the skin. The skin is then gently scratched…
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Show more- Resorption The process of losing substance. Bone, when it is remodeled (reshaped), undergoes both new formation and…
- BCG An effective immunization against tuberculosis. BCG stands for Bacille Calmette Guerin. BCG is a weakened…
- Muscle cramp An involuntarily and forcibly contracted muscle that does not relax. When we use the muscles such as those of…
- Toxoplasmosis (toxo) Toxoplasmosis (toxo): An infection caused by a single-celled parasite named Toxoplasma gondii that may invade…
- Ovulatory Relating to ovulation, the release of the ovum (the egg) from the ovary
- Sac, dural See: Dural sac
- Marfan syndrome Marfan syndrome: An inherited disorder of connective tissue characterized by abnormalities of the eyes…
- Burn treatment The treatment of burns depends on the depth, area and location of the burn. Burn depth is generally…
- Foramina of Luschka Opening from the fourth ventricle, one in a system of four communicating cavities called ventricles within…
- DLI Donor lymphocyte infusion
- Benzene A sweet smelling, highly toxic hydrocarbon. Long-term exposure to benzene is known to cause anemia and…
- Mustard plaster A mild mixture of mustard seed powder, an adhesive such as flour, and water warmed and spread on a moist…