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- Doppler ultrasound A form of ultrasound that can detect and measure blood flow. Doppler ultrasound depends on the Doppler…
- Aplasia of the breast Breast: A rare condition wherein the normal growth of the breast or nipple never takes place. They are…
- Hemoglobin E Normal embryonic hemoglobin, the main type of hemoglobin found in the human embryo. The E stands for…
- Loss-of-function mutation A mutation that results in reduced or abolished protein function. Gain-of-function mutations,which are much…
- Early-onset familial Alzheimer disease See: Alzheimer disease, early-onset familial
- Embolus Something that travels through the bloodstream, lodges in a blood vessel and blocks it. Examples of emboli…
- Quality of life An important consideration in medical care, quality of life refers to the patient's ability to enjoy normal…
- Meter, peak-flow This hand-held device measures air flow (how fast air is blown out of the lungs). Patients can use peak-flow…
- Dual X-ray absorptometry See: DXA
- Rib >True ribs: The first seven ribs attach to the sternum (the breast bone) in the front and are known as true…