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Gynacoid

The shape of a female’s body is referred to as gynacoid, or "pear-shaped". This shape describes the distribution of body…

01 Jan 2012
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Android

The shape of a male’s body is referred to as android or "apple-shaped". This shape describes the distribution of body…

01 Jan 2012
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Paternal attachment

Paternal attachment refers to the bond a father-to-be might experience for the foetus growing in his partner’s womb.

01 Jan 2012
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Lipase

A lipase is an enzyme that breaks triglycerides down into fats.

01 Jan 2012
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Anaphylactic shock

Anaphylatic shock is a severe hypersensitivity reaction which can be fatal. Symptoms include laboured breathing, profuse sweating, rapid pulse and…

01 Jan 2012
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the cells that…

01 Jan 2012
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Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an essential omega-3 fatty acid necessary for normal neurogenesis and neurological function. DHA is specifically important…

01 Jan 2012
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Drusen

The term drusen refers to fatty deposits which form in the eye. They form around the macular (the section of…

01 Jan 2012
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Bests disease

Best’s disease is a genetic eye disorder in which fatty yellow pigment builds up around the eye’s macula. This causes…

01 Jan 2012

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