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HNP
Human neutrophil peptide
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- Fecal incontinence Fecal incontinence: Inability to hold feces in the rectum. This is due to failure of voluntary control over…
- Abstemious Marked by restraint, especially in the consumption of food or alcohol. From the Latin prefix 'abs-,' meaning…
- HSP Henoch-Schonlein purpura. See: Schonlein-Henoch purpura
- Gallstones and ERCP A mixture of microscopic particulate matter in bile, also called biliary sludge, that occurs when particles…
- Circum- Prefix meaning around, surrounding, or encircling. As in circumcision, circumflex, and circumjacent. From the…
- Fungiform papilla The fungiform papillae are broad flat structures that house taste buds in the central portion of the dorsum…
- Bacterium The singular of bacteria
- Phylogenetics A physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Physiatrists specialize in restoring…
- Rhinorrhea Medical term for a runny nose. From the Greek words 'rhinos' meaning 'of the nose' and 'rhoia' meaning 'a…
- Neutrophilia More than the normal number of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell (specifically a form of granulocyte)…
- Blood draw Removal of blood, usually by venipuncture (phlebotomy, venous blood sampling). Blood draw is a popular term…