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Immunology
The study of all aspects of the immune system including its structure and function, disorders of the immune system, blood banking, immunization and organ transplantation.
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- Ounce A measure of weight equal to 1/16th of a pound or, metrically, 28.35 grams. The abbreviation for ounce is oz…
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- Archaeology The scientific study of the material remains of past peoples. In archaeology today, a range of biological…
- White spots on the nails Very small semi-circular white spots on the nails. These spots may be found on the fingernails and…
- Hysterectomy, partial The uterus is surgically removed but the cervix is left is left in place. Also called a subtotal hysterectomy