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HCG
Human chorionic gonadotropin, a human hormone made by chorionic cells in the fetal part of the placenta. Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is directed at the gonads and stimulates them. Hence, the name 'gonadotropin.' The presence of hCG…
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Show more- Zoophobia An abnormal and persistent fear of animals. A phobia is an unreasonable fear that can cause avoidance and…
- Heel spur A bony spur projecting from the back or underside of the heel that often makes walking painful. Spurs at the…
- Power outage preparations It is recommended that people make an emergency plan that includes a disaster supply kit. This kit should…
- Percutaneous umbilical blood sampling (PUBS) In PUBS, a needle is inserted through the mother's abdominal wall and the uterine wall. Blood can be…
- Histiocytosis, lipid A form of histiocytosis that affects lipid (fat) storage. Also known as Niemann- Pick disease…
- Abnormal Not normal. Deviating from the usual structure, position, condition, or behavior. In referring to a growth…
- Medical history 1. In clinical medicine, the patient's past and present which may contain clues bearing on their health past…
- MCAT The Medical College Admissions Test, a test that is required of all applicants to medical school in the U.S…
- Abscess A local accumulation of pus anywhere in the body. The following are some examples of abscesses: > >A skin…
- Transaminase, serum glutamic pyruvic (SGPT) An enzyme that is normally present in liver and heart cells, and is released into blood when the liver or…
- Show As a noun: 1. An appearance. 2. Short for bloody show
- DGS See: DiGeorge syndrome