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The most complete online medical dictionary: 16,436 terms covering anatomy, physiology, pathologies, diagnostic exams, pharmacology and every clinical specialty.
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- Lungs The lungs are a pair of breathing organs located with the chest which remove carbon dioxide from and bring…
- Karyotype, spectral (SKY) Karyotype, spectral (SKY): A visualization of all of the chromosomes in the genome all together with each…
- Endometrial biopsy Endometrial biopsy: A procedure for sampling the lining of the uterus (the endometrium). Endometrial biopsy…
- HTLV-II The human T-lymphotropic virus type II, which is closely related to HTLV-I
- Barium 1. A metallic element belonging to the alkaline earths with an atomic number of 56 and an atomic weight of…
- Lab test A test that is done in the laboratory where the appropriate equipment, supplies, and certified expertise are…
- European typhus See: Typhus, epidemic
- Gamma-linolenic acid Abbreviated GLA. An essential polyunsaturated fatty acid contained in some plant seed oils including evening…
- Face, masklike A surgical procedure designed to make the face appear younger by pulling loose facial skin taut. With age or…
- Lipophilin See: Proteolipid protein
- Granary weevil A true weevil that is among the most destructive of all insects in stored grain and that is the culprit…