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fatty acid

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Pronunciation: /ˈfæti ˈæsəd/

fatty acid

Definition

A major component of fats that is used by the body for energy and tissue development.

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plasma cell tumor

peer-reviewed scientific journal

subcutaneous

radical perineal prostatectomy

stage IVB hypopharyngeal cancer

PKC

medulloblastoma

contraception

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smokeless tobacco

indium In 111 pentetate

Ecotrin

cosibelimab

ethyl alcohol mouthwash

conjugated linoleic acid

calcium saccharate

autologous WT1-TCRc4 gene-transduced CD8-positive Tcm/Tn lymphocytes

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genetic heterogeneity

genetic counseling

genetic anticipation

point variant

PCR

HLOD score

skin tag

sebaceous epithelioma

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