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Erythrocyte membrane protein band 4.1 (EPB41)
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- Bed sore A painful, often reddened area of degenerating, ulcerated skin caused by pressure and lack of movement, and…
- Orthostatic hypotension A temporary lowering of blood pressure (hypotension) due usually to suddenly standing up (orthostatic)…
- Valgus (valga, valgum) Angled outward, bent or twisted outward, as in cubitus valgus, coxa valga, hallux valgus, and…
- HLA-B57 An HLA type that is strongly associated with unusually slow progression of the human immunodeficiency virus…
- Scoliosis Scoliosis: Sideways (lateral) curving of the spine (the backbone). The degree of scoliosis may range from…
- Canker sore Canker sore: A small ulcer crater in the lining of the mouth that is often painful and very sensitive. Also…
- Choroid See: Melanoma, choroidal.
- Testicular cancer Testicular cancer: Cancer of the male sex organ, the testicle, that normally produces the hormone…
- Span, memory The number of items, usually words or numbers, that a person can retain and recall. Memory span is a test of…
- Dilation, pupil (test) This examination enables your eye care professional to see more of your retina, the light-sensitive layer of…
- Tandem mass spectrometry An instrument used in medical laboratories consisting of two mass spectrometers in series connected by a…