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Paramyxovirus
One of a group of RNA viruses that are responsible predominantly for acute respiratory diseases and are usually transmitted in an airborne manner. The paramyxoviruses include the agents of mumps, measles (rubeola), RSV (respiratory…
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- Respiratory rate The number of breaths per minute or, more formally, the number of movements indicative of inspiration and…
- Mastectomy, double Removal of both breasts
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- IL-4 Interleukin-4
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