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Acetyl coenzyme A
An important metabolic intermediate, derived from various pathways, such as glycolysis, fatty acid oxidation, and degradation of some amino acids. It also represents a key intermediate in lipid biosynthesis. Commonly referred to as acetyl…
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- Lattice dystrophy A form of hereditary corneal dystrophy in which there is an accumulation of amyloid deposits, or abnormal…
- Minocycline A tetracycline antibiotic used to treat many different bacteria in urinary tract infections, acne, gonorrhea…
- Mastectomy, subcutaneous Removal of breast tissue using a minimal incision. This type of mastectomy may be used to remove small areas…
- Adenosine deaminase (ADA) deficiency A genetic (inherited) condition that results in a immune deficiency disorder called severe combined…
- Xiphoid process A pointed cartilage attached to the lower end of the breastbone or sternum, the smallest and lowest division…
- Toxic agent syndrome See: Toxic syndrome
- SGA Small for gestational age. SGA infants weigh 2500 g or less at birth and are considered to have intrauterine…
- Q in population genetics The frequency of the less common of two different alternative (allelic) versions of a gene. (The frequency of…