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A substance used in adjuvant therapy that takes advantage of the body’s own natural defense mechanisms to inhibit the growth of a tumor. An agent or approach intended to modify the relationship between tumor and host by modifying a host’s biological...
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Examination of a small amount of tissue taken from the patient’s body to make a diagnosis. The removal of cells or tissues for examination by a pathologist. The pathologist may study the tissue under a microscope or perform other tests on the cells or tissue....
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The calculated number of white or red blood cells in a cubic millimeter of blood. A test to check the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in a sample of blood. Also called complete blood count and CBC. White blood cell (WBC) refers to a blood...
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Bone mineral density. A measure of the amount of minerals (mostly calcium and phosphorous) contained in a certain volume of bone. Bone mineral density measurements are used to diagnose osteoporosis (a condition marked by decreased bone mass), to see how well...
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Body mass index. A measure of obesity calculated from weight and height. Body mass index (BMI) is used to assess weight and determine whether a patient is at a healthy weight. Being overweight puts strain on the heart and can lead to serious health problems such as...
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Basal metabolic rate. The basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the number of calories the body uses when it is at rest. The basal metabolic rate is based on basic bodily functions such as breathing, digesting, and energy used for the heart and brain function. Age, sex, body...
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The amount of bone tissue in a certain volume of bone.The amount of bone tissue in a certain volume of bone. A measure of the amount of minerals (mostly calcium and phosphorous) contained in a certain volume of bone. Bone density measurements are used to diagnose...
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Used to assess the strength and “age” of a bone by measuring its density. Most commonly determined by DEXA scan of the spine and hip. See BMD or bone mineral density.
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An example of a dopamine agonist. Used to treat prolactinomas as dopamine and dopamine-like drugs suppress prolactin production and secretion and can lead to tumor shrinkage.
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The strengthening and hardening of a bone in areas where calcium has been deposited. Nearly all calcium entering the body is deposited in bones and teeth. The remaining calcium is dissolved in the blood. When a disorder affects the balance between calcium and other...
