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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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Triglycerides are the major form of fat. Triglycerides come from the food we eat and are produced by the body. Triglyceride levels are influenced by recent fat and alcohol intake. You should therefore fast (from food) for at least 12 hours…
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- Meniscus, lateral knee The word 'meniscus' refers to a crescent-shaped structure. The lateral meniscus of the knee is a thickened…
- Single upper palm crease See: Simian crease
- Shoulder blade The familiar flat triangular bone at the back of the shoulder. Known familiarly as the wingbone or…
- Thiamine deficiency, infantile See: Infantile beriberi
- Mitochondrial Referring to mitochondria. The mitochondria are normal structures called organelles in cells. They are…
- Morbus gallicus The French disease. Syphilis. The name 'syphilis' was coined by Hieronymus Fracastorius (Girolamo…
- HMPV Human metapneumovirus
- Ophthalmoscopy Examination of the interior of the eye, including the lens, retina and optic nerve, by indirect or direct…
- Ailurophobia An abnormal and persistent fear of cats which produces an undue anxiety reaction even though sufferers…
- Coronary insufficiency Insufficient blood flow through one or more coronary arteries
- Depression Depression: An illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts, that affects the way a person eats and…