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- virtual colonoscopy
- (ko-lun-AHS-ko-pee) A method under study to examine the colon by taking a series of x-rays (called a CT scan) and using a high-powered computer to reconstruct 2-D and 3-D pictures of the More…
- virulence
- The ability of a microorganism to cause damage to its host
- virulent
- Refers to the ability of a virus or a bacterium to cause damage to its host
- Virulizin
- A substance that activates some types of immune system cells, and is being studied as a treatment for cancer. It belongs to the family of drugs called biological therapy agents
- virus
- (VYE-rus) A microorganism that can infect cells and cause disease
- virus replication cycle
- The reproduction cycle of viruses. A replication cycle begins with the infection of a host cell and ends with the release of mature progeny virus particles
- virus-neutralizing antibody
- An antibody that binds to a virus and interferes with its ability to infect a cell
- viscera
- The soft internal organs of the body, including the lungs, the heart, and the organs of the digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems
- visceral
- Having to do with the viscera, which are the soft internal organs of the body, including the lungs, the heart, and the organs of the digestive, excretory, reproductive, and circulatory More…
- viscotoxin
- A member of a group of small proteins produced by mistletoe plants that are able to kill cells and may stimulate the immune system
- visilizumab
- A monoclonal antibody that binds to CD3 (a substance found on T-cells) and that is being studied as a treatment for graft-versus-host disease (GVHD). It belongs to the family of drugs More…
- visual pathway glioma
- A rare, slow-growing tumor of the eye
- visualization
- Also known as guided imagery. Involves the attempt to bring about change in the material realm by the power of the mind.
- vital
- Necessary to maintain life. Breathing is a vital function
- vitamin
- A key nutrient that the body needs in small amounts to grow and stay strong. Examples are vitamins A, C, and E
- vitamin A
- A substance used in cancer prevention. It belongs to the family of drugs called retinoids
- vitamin E
- A substance used in cancer prevention. It belongs to the family of drugs called tocopherols
- vitamin K
- A substance that promotes the clotting of blood
- vitamin Q10
- A substance found in most tissues in the body, and in many foods. It can also be made in the laboratory. It is used by the body to produce energy for cells, and as an antioxidant. It is More…
- VM
- mitomycin and vinblastine
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