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Cholesterol ester transfer protein
A protein that helps regulate the size of cholesterol particles and influence the process of atherogenesis (the formation of plaques in arteries). Abbreviated CETP. The CETP gene is in chromosome band 16q21. A number of mutations are known…
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- Battle fatigue The World War II name for what is known today as post-traumatic stress, this is a psychological disorder that…
- Bacteria Single-celled microorganisms which can exist either as independent (free-living) organisms or as parasites…
- Abused inhalant >Solvents > >Industrial or household solvents or solvent-containing products, including paint thinners or…
- Snake antivenin Antibodies created in the blood of a horse or sheep when the animal is injected with snake venom. Antivenin…
- Eosinophil A type of leukocyte (white blood cell) with coarse round granules of uniform size within its cytoplasm and…
- Paraparesis Weakness of the lower extremities
- Brace, Milwaukee One of the two main types of braces used to treat the lateral curve of the spine in scoliosis. This brace can…
- Restless leg syndrome Restless leg syndrome: An uncomfortable creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling, twitching, tearing, aching…
- Spider bites Bites from spiders. These are usually irritating, but not poisonous. Localized reddening and swelling are…