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CFTR
Cystic fibrosis conductance regulator. Mutations in the gene for CFTR are responsible for cystic fibrosis. The CFTR gene is located on chromosome 7
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- Syndrome, incontinentia pigmenti A genetic disease that begins soon after birth with the development of blisters on the trunk and limbs. These…
- Dermal Pertaining to the skin. From the Greek word derma for skin
- Medication, beta-blocker Drugs that antagonize the action of adrenaline (a beta adrenergic substance) and relieve stress to the heart…
- LQTS The long QT syndrome. See Long QT syndrome
- Paraesthesia See: Paresthesia
- HCV PCR viral detection test See: HCV PCR
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- Relaxant Something that relaxes, relieves, reduces tension. For example, a muscle relaxant is often administered…