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Dermicidin
A potent anti-infective agent that is a natural component of sweat. The first antimicrobial agent found that is produced by cells in the skin, dermicidin is reportedly active against many different types of bacteria (including Escherichia…
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- Circulatory system The system that moves blood throughout the body. The circulatory system is composed of the heart, arteries…
- Complementary DNA 1. Anemia at birth. 2. Synonym for Rh incompatibility.
- Vital bodily function 1. An essential bodily function. 2. A key function for life. 3. A function required by most, if not all…
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