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- P in biochemistry The abbreviation for protein. For example, p53 is a protein (53 kilodaltons in size).
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- Hematologist A physician who is specially trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of the blood and…
- CEPT Cholesterol ester transfer protein
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