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- Interphase The interval in the cell cycle between two cell divisions when the individual chromosomes cannot be…
- Forearm The portion of the upper limb from the elbow to the wrist. In popular usage, the arm extends from the…
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis 3 ALS3. An adult-onset form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) inherited in an autosomal dominant manner…
- Dental braces (orthodontics) Dental braces (orthodontics): The use of devices to move teeth or adjust underlying bone. The ideal age for…
- Calculi, renal Kidney stones, by another name. A common cause of blood in the urine and pain in the abdomen, flank, or…
- Vertebra, prominent The 7th cervical (neck) vertebra (C7) is sometimes called the prominent vertebra because of the length of its…