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Fish oil, omega-3
A class of fatty acids found in fish oils, especially from salmon and other cold-water fish, that acts to lower the levels of cholesterol and LDL (low-density lipoproteins) in the blood. (LDL cholesterol is the 'bad' cholesterol.) Omega-3…
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Show more- Centric-fusion translocation A type of chromosome rearrangement, also called a Robertsonian translocation, in which there is fusion of an…
- Petit mal A form of epilepsy with very brief, unannounced lapses in consciousness. A petit mal seizure involves a brief…
- Asthmatic 1. Pertaining to asthma as, for example, asthmatic bronchitis.2. A person with asthma
- Open wound An injury that is exposed due to broken skin. An open wound is at high risk for infection
- ADH (antidiuretic hormone) A peptide molecule that is released by the pituitary gland at the base of the brain after being made nearby…
- Hand-arm vibration syndrome A disorder resulting from prolonged exposure to vibration, specifically to the hands and forearms while using…
- Leishmaniasis, visceral See: Visceral leishmaniasis
- Flashing 'Flashing,' or exhibitionism is characterized by intense, sexually arousing fantasies, urges or behaviors…
- Ambulance Although you are undoubtedly familiar with the sound of the siren and the sight of the flashing lights of the…
- PGE-2 Prostaglandin E2
- Nerve block See: Neuron.
- ACL injury See: Anterior cruciate injury