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DPA

A type of power of attorney. A power of attorney is a legal document that gives one person (such as a relative, lawyer, or friend) the authority to make legal, … [Read more...]

DPPE

Belongs to a group of antihormone drugs. … [Read more...]

DR4

A protein on the surface of certain cells that binds another protein called TRAIL, which may kill some cancer cells. An increase in the amount or activity of … [Read more...]

DR5

A protein on the surface of certain cells that binds another protein called TRAIL, which may kill some cancer cells. An increase in the amount or activity of … [Read more...]

drain

In medicine, to remove fluid as it collects; or, a tube or wick-like device used to remove fluid from a body cavity, wound, or infected area. … [Read more...]

DRE

An examination in which a doctor inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into the rectum to feel for abnormalities. Also called digital rectal examination. … [Read more...]

DRI

A set of guidelines developed by U.S. and Canadian scientists to give information about the role of nutrients in human health. These guidelines include the … [Read more...]

dronabinol

A synthetic form of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, a psychoactive substance found in Cannabis sativa. Dronabinol acts directly on the appetite and vomiting … [Read more...]

droperidol

A butyrophenone with anti-emetic, sedative and anti-anxiety properties. Although the exact mechanism through which droperidol exerts its effects is unknown, … [Read more...]

Droxia

(Other name for: hydroxyurea) … [Read more...]