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Genome annotation
The process of identifying the locations of genes and all of the coding regions in a genome and determining what those genes do. An annotation (irrespective of the context) is a note added by way of explanation or commentary. Once a genome…
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Show more- Maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP) The presence of AFP, a plasma protein normally produced by the fetus, in the mother's blood. MSAFP serves as…
- Meninges The three membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord (singular: meninx). The outside meninx is called the…
- Primary teeth The first teeth which are shed and replaced by permanent teeth. The first primary tooth comes in at about 6…
- Precocious Unusually early development, whether it be of intellectual powers, speech, physical traits, etc. Precocious…
- Biermer's anemia Anemia: A blood disorder caused by a lack of vitamin B12. Patients who have this disorder do not produce the…
- Phlebotomist A person who draws blood.
- Drug caution codes Abbreviations on medications that indicate caution. While not a part of the historical heritage of ancient…
- Colic Colic: An attack of crying and apparent abdominal pain in early infancy. This is a common condition…
- Infection, opportunistic An infection that occurs because of a weakened immune system. Opportunistic infections are a particular…
- Defibrillator, implantable cardiac A device put within the body that is designed to recognize certain types of abnormal heart rhythms…
- Phlebotomy Obtaining blood from a vein. In the old days, this was done by incising (cutting) a vein and just letting the…
- Ascorbic acid Vitamin C, an essential nutrient found mainly in fruits and vegetables. The body requires it to form and…