An estrogen-like substance made by some plants, including the soy plant. Soy isoflavones are being studied in the prevention of cancer, hot flashes that occur … [Read more...]
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islet of Langerhans cell
A pancreatic cell that produces hormones (e.g., insulin and glucagon) that are secreted into the bloodstream. These hormones help control the level of glucose … [Read more...]
intestinal microflora
Bacteria and other organisms that live inside the intestines. They help digest food. Vitamins such as biotin and vitamin K are made by intestinal microflora. … [Read more...]
idiopathic myelofibrosis
A progressive, chronic disease in which the bone marrow is replaced by fibrous tissue and blood is made in organs such as the liver and the spleen, instead of … [Read more...]
hypofractionation
Radiation treatment in which the total dose of radiation is divided into large doses and treatments are given less than once a day. Also called … [Read more...]
hypofractionated radiation therapy
Radiation treatment in which the total dose of radiation is divided into large doses and treatments are given less than once a day. Also called … [Read more...]
gut microflora
Bacteria and other organisms that live inside the intestines. They help digest food. Vitamins such as biotin and vitamin K are made by gut microflora. Also … [Read more...]
gland of Lieberkuhn
Tube-like gland found in the lining of the colon and rectum. Glands of Lieberkuhn renew the lining of the intestine and make mucus. Also called colon crypt. … [Read more...]
genomic profile
Information about all the genes in an organism, including variations, gene expression, and the way those genes interact with each other and with the … [Read more...]
genetic profile
Information about specific genes, including variations and gene expression, in an individual or in a certain type of tissue. A genetic profile may be used to … [Read more...]