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Platelet count
The calculated number of platelets in a volume of blood, usually expressed as platelets per cubic millimeter (cmm) of whole blood. Platelets are the smallest cell-like structures in the blood and are important for blood clotting and…
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- Skin plaque A plaque is a broad, raised area on the skin. Because it is raised, it can be felt (palpated). By definition…
- Dipsosis Excessive thirst; overwhelming desire for water or another liquid. Dipsosis may occur when the amount of…
- Abruptio (abruptio placentae) Premature separation of the placenta from the wall of the uterus. Abruption is a potentially serious problem…
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- Vaccination, yellow fever A live attenuated (weakened) viral vaccine that is recommended for people traveling to or living in tropical…
- Ringworm of the nails Ringworm of the nails: The most common fungus infection of the nails, also called onychomycosis…
- Tunica albuginea The whitish membrane within the penis that surrounds the spongy chambers (corpora cavernosa) in the penis and…
- Perfusion A chemotherapy technique that may be used when melanoma occurs on an arm or leg. The flow of blood to and…
- Palm The grasping side of the hand; the flexor surface of the hand. In contrast to the back of the hand, the…