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Chromosome inversion, paracentric
The chart of the linear array of genes on a chromosome. A chromosome map can also refer to the visual appearance of a chromosome when stained and examined under a microscope. Particularly important are visually distinct regions, called…
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- Chamber, posterior The space in the eye behind the iris and in front of the lens. The iris is the colored ring of tissue that…
- Skin graft, split-thickness A graft technique in which sheets of skin containing the epidermis and part of the dermis are used
- STD Sexually transmitted disease
- Inhibitory RNA See: RNA inactivation; and RNA interference
- Short bowel syndrome A condition due to loss of half or more of their small intestine removed because of surgical removal or…
- Induced menopause Menopause: Menopause may be due to an unusual ('unnatural') event. It is induced when the ovaries are…
- Tonsil stone A tiny stone (calculus) in the tonsils. These stones, called tonsilloliths, are found within little pockets…
- Intercellular Between cells, as in an intercellular bridge
- Clitoral amputation A surgical procedure in which all or part of the clitoris and sometimes also the labia are removed. Clitoral…
- Interleukin-1 A protein produced by various cells, including macrophages, interleukin-1 raises body temperature, spurs the…