Bilirubin
... Bilirubin Definition: Bilirubin is a breakdown
product of hemoglobin . Total and direct bilirubin are ... bile , blood , and urine . Bilirubin is a
product of hemoglobin breakdown in red blood cells. ... the bile . BILIRUBIN - Chemical breakdown
product of hemoglobin . Measured in blood specimen ...
Generic
... as distinct from the name given to a particular
product (which contains the drug ), by a manufacturer. A doctor may prescribe a medication by
product name or generic name. Home ... Generic ... ) is important. If choosing a generic
product that is not labeled as 'packed in its own juice' ...
Urea nitrogen
... in a chemical called urea. Urea is a waste
product produced as your body digests protein . BUN ... the amount of urea nitrogen (a breakdown
product of protein metabolism ) in the blood . Why is ... the cells use the protein , the remaining waste
product is returned to the blood as urea, a compound ...
Uric acid
... Uric acid is a waste
product that results from the breakdown of p urine , a ... by the kidney s. Uric acid is the end
product of p urine metabolism (purines are building ... by the kidney s. Uric acid : A breakdown
product of purines that are part of many foods . In ...
Urine
... several different components of urine , a waste
product made by the kidney s. A routine urine ... caused by excretion of myoglobin , a breakdown
product of muscle . Myopathy A disorder that causes ... bile , blood , and urine . Bilirubin is a
product of hemoglobin breakdown in red blood cells. ...
Ammonia
... . (back to top) Author: ... Ammonia Poisoning Ammonia is a
product of waste from a fish’s excrement or respiration . Ammonia - ... These stones contain the mineral magnesium (mag-NEE-zee-um) and the waste
product ammonia (uh-MOH-nyuh). Pylori organ isms colon izing the lining of ...
Anaerobic
... for energy and glucose is not burnt completely, leaving behind a waste
product called lactate. Studying the metabolism of cancer at the cellular ... caused by preserved foods that have been improperly processed, usually a
product canned imperfectly at home. Over the past 100 years bacterial ...
Anesthesiology
... or laughing gas", teeth might be extracted without pain . FilterLine
product line of capnography devices used by anesthesiology to monitor carbon ... ... Penny Marshall supports the medical editor in chief and chief of
product development. She is also supervisor of the administrative assistants. ...
AST
... Type 2 diabetes is not a sudden illness. It is a process. It is the end
product of a continuum of metabolic abnormalities. AST (Aspertate ... the American Society for Testing and Materials ( AST M), the US Consumer
product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approved helmets meet stringent safety ...
BUN
... ) is a test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen (a breakdown
product of protein metabolism ) in the blood . BUN ( Blood Urea ... the body. After the cells use the protein , the remaining waste
product is returned to the blood as urea, a compound that contains nitrogen. ...
Carbon dioxide
... . carbon dioxide An odorless, colorless gas produced as the end
product of aerobic respiration . carbon monoxide ... SilkTouch Carbon ... in the inspired air is exchanged within the alveoli for the waste
product of human metabolism , carbon dioxide . The air you breathe out contains ...
Colic
... angioplasty Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) ... Gly Derm
product line of gly colic acid -based skin care products including cleansers, ... See Gly Derm for manufacturer's information on individual products and
product names. The pain with kidney stones is usually of sudden onset, very ...
Colic
... angioplasty Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) ... Gly Derm
product line of gly colic acid -based skin care products including cleansers, ... See Gly Derm for manufacturer's information on individual products and
product names. The pain with kidney stones is usually of sudden onset, very ...
Creatinine
... excretion of creatinine in the urine . CREATININE - A waste
product of protein metabolism that is found in the urine . Can be measured to ... reabsorbed after it is filtered. creatinine (kree-AT-ih-nin): A waste
product from meat protein in the diet and from the muscle s of the body. ...
Enema
... the procedure and what preparation is required. end product; end
product inhibition; end
product repression; endrin; end stage; endstage lung; end-stage renal disease ; ...
Food additives
... Definition: Food additives are substances that become part of a food
product when added (intentionally or unintentionally) during the processing or ... of that food . Food additives serve five main functions: 1. Maintain
product consistency Emulsifiers provide a consi stent texture and prevent ...
Gout
... . Gout -- this occurs when you produce too much uric acid (a waste
product in the body) which then gets deposited and forms crystals in joints , ... prevented. Gout occurs when you produce too much uric acid (a waste
product in the body). The extra uric acid gets deposited and forms crystals in ...
Milk
... Milk was the dairy
product most strongly linked to the risk of ovarian cancer . Women who drank two ... milk , and said to be beneficial for brain and retina l development.
product launch, February 2002. See Enfamil.com for additional information. ...
Myoglobin
... uria Reddish urine caused by excretion of myoglobin , a breakdown
product of muscle . Myopathy ... myoglobin cardiac diagnostic test Rapid ... burgundy-colo red urine after exercise due to myoglobin (a breakdown
product of ... ...
Abscess
... drainage catheter Indication: percutaneous trans hepatic biliary drainage; available diameters, 8F through 12F. Approved for marketing, 07/00;
product launch, 6/01. Abscess (swollen, red, tender area of infection containing pus ); back or side pain ; black, tarry stools ; blood in urine ...
Acne rosacea
... ( sodium sulfacetamide 10% and sulfur 5%) cleanser Indication: topical control of acne vulgaris , acne rosacea , and seborrheic dermatitis .
product available by prescription only; see monograph for additional information. Good hygiene is essential. If the blepharitis doesn't clear up ...
Acute renal failure
... the needs of dialysis patients with chronic or acute renal failure who require electrolyte and fluid restriction. Ready to use/oral use only.
product literature. Mfg: Ross Products, div. In about 10% of cases, acute renal failure and scanty urine production accompany the disease . Changes ...
Aerobic
... as that found in canned foods . Consequently, botulism is almost always caused by preserved foods that have been improperly processed, usually a
product canned imperfectly at home. You can be active by walking , doing water aerobic s, or yoga. If you cannot walk, talk with your doctor or nurse ...
Airway
... infection s. As a result, you are more likely to get lung infection s such as acute bronchitis and pneumonia . RAD Airway laryngeal blade
product line of blades indicated for excision of laryngeal lesion s. Models include the Skimmer and Tricut blade tips. Note: Xomed webpage shows SKIMMER and ...
Allergic reactions
... relief. Xolair (omalizumab) Injectable drug that targets IgE ( immunoglobulin E), a chemical in the blood that triggers allergic reactions .
product is currently in phase III clinical trials for the treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis . These are also called histamine headaches ...
Allergies
... keep away from secondhand smoke. Don& acute ;t allow smoking in your home. If you have asthma , use a peak flow meter every day or two. Aquatab
product line of brand name generic s for the symptomatic treatment of colds , sinusitis , and allergies . I have had food allergies for many ...
Alternative medicine
... - Injuries and Safety - Sexual Health - Wellness and Lifestyle - Medical Directory Health & Medical News ... maintain liver function;
product is being evaluated in phase II clinical trials ("Sho-saiko-to after Ablation for Nonresectable Hepatocellular Carcinoma ") to determine its effect ...
Alveoli
... ? The lungs take in oxygen , which cells need to live and carry out their normal functions. The lungs also get rid of carbon dioxide , a waste
product of the body's cells. Extrinsic allergic alveoli tis; Farmer's lung; Mushroom picker's disease ; Humidifier or air-conditioner lung; Bird ...
Anaerobic exercise
... require heavy breathing because it relies on energy sources other than oxygen . This is due to lactic acid building up in the muscle s (a
product of anaerobic exercise ) which will cause you to fatigue and feel sore afterwards. ...
Anal fissure
... from cancer s, inflammatory bowel disease , and infectious diarrhea . Cellegesic (nitroglycerin ointment) Investigational nitroglycerin-based
product for topical or intra -anal application for the treatment of pain associated with chronic anal fissure s . Notes: ... ...
Anal fissures
... abnormal openings between the anus and the skin , or anal fissures . Cellegesic (nitroglycerin ointment) Investigational nitroglycerin-based
product for topical or intra -anal application for the treatment of pain associated with chronic anal fissures . Notes: ... ...
Anastomosis
... automated anastomosis of vessels during both minimally invasive and conventional open-chest coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery .
product is currently in development. Mfg: Perclose Inc. Elliot, John; Elliot, Robert; Elliot's operation; Elliot's position; Elliott's law; Elliott, ...
Angiography
... s on the x-ray . lymph angio sarcoma ... Spyglass angiography catheter Smaller 5-French size catheter has been added to the Spyglass
product line of angiography catheter s; previously available in size 6 French. Mfg: Daig di vision of St. Jude Medical. Source: PR Newswire - 2/01/99. ...
Anti
... In 1982, 7 people died after Tylenol capsules were contaminated with cyanide . Tylenol maker Johnson & Johnson recalled $100 million worth of the
product and introduced "tamper-resistant" pack aging . Anti -inflammatories. These drugs lower fever , ease headache , reduce joint and muscle ...
Aphthous ulcer
... are shallow ulcers that develop inside the mouth, particularly in the lining of the cheeks and lips or on the gums , tongue or palate .
product is in phase III clinical trials to evaluate its effectiveness in preventing aphthous ulcer s ( canker sores ) when it is applied at the first ...
Aphthous ulcers
... shallow ulcers that develop inside the mouth, particularly in the lining of the cheeks and lips or on the gums , tongue or palate . SaliCept
product line that includes a freeze-dried dressing in patch form for oral wounds and an oral rinse for the management of all mouth irritations such as ...
Autoimmune disease
... to particular protein s in the body, ... PREDNISONE - Drug used to treat a number of autoimmune disease s . Broken down by body into a
product normally produced by the ad renal gland . Has broad immunosuppressive effects and is often used for management of organ transplant recipients. ...
Autoimmune Diseases
... similar to particular protein s in the body, ... PREDNISONE - Drug used to treat a number of autoimmune diseases . Broken down by body into a
product normally produced by the ad renal gland . Has broad immunosuppressive effects and is often used for management of organ transplant recipients. ...
Baldness
... Office of Postmarketing Drug Risk Assessment because of possible sound- or look-alike confusion with the names of currently marketed drugs.
product is currently in clinical trials for the treatment of androgen etic alopecia ( male pattern baldness ). ...
Barium
... contrast medium ( barium sulfate/methyl cellulose ) used in "see-through" radiograpic studies of the small bowel . For further explanation, see
product information. Mfg: E-Z-EM, Inc. If you have had one of the higher-dose X-ray tests (for example a CT scan or a barium meal or enema ) it may ...