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Oxytocin
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Oxytocin A hormone secreted by the pituitary gland which plays a role in childbirth.
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Hormone
A chemical substance formed in the body that is carried in the bloodstream to affect another part of the body; an example is thyroid hormone, produced by the thyroid gland in the neck, which affects growth, temperature regulation, metabolic rate, and other body functions.
Pituitary
The gland from which a number of hormones are released into the bloodstream. These hormones include growth hormone, ACTH, B-lipocortin (the precursor to B-endorphorin), FSH, LH, and TSH.
Gland
An organ that releases a chemical. Endocrine glands are ductless and secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. Exocrine glands secrete externally, either through a tube or duct.
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Oxytetracycline hcl
Oxytetracycline hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxytetracycline hydrochloride.
Oxytocin 10 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent
Oxytocin 10 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxytocin.
Oxytocin 20 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent
Oxytocin 20 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxytocin.
Oxytocin 5 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent
Oxytocin 5 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxytocin.
Oxytrol
Oxytrol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxybutyin.
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Osteomalacia
A disease of adults that is characterized by softening of the bones due to loss of bone mineral. Osteomalacia is characteristic of vitamin D deficiency in adults, while children with vitamin D deficiency suffer from rickets.
Osteoblast
A type of bone cell characterized by its mobility and by its ability to produce bone matrix.
Osteocyte
A type of bone cell characterized by its immobile location within a lacunus and by a reduced ability to produce bone matrix.
OI
Osteogenesis Imperfecta. A genetic disorder that is also characterized by easily fractured bones.
Oxytocin
Occupational Medicine
Occupational Therapists work with the disabled, the elderly, newborns, school-aged children, and with anyone who has a permanent or temporary impairment in their physical or mental functioning. The aim of occupational therapy is to help the client to perform daily tasks in their living and working environments, and to assist them to develop the skills to live independent, satisfying, and productive lives.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy (OT) is the therapeutic use of self-care, work and play activities to increase independent function, enhance development and prevent disability; OT may include the adaptation of a task or the environment to achieve maximum independence and to enhance
Open comedo
A blackhead - a noninflammatory comedo with a dark top and firmly packed contents.
Oncology
The study and treatment of cancers.
Oncologist
A doctor who specializes in treating cancer patients.
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Hormone
A chemical substance formed in the body that is carried in the bloodstream to affect another part of the body; an example is thyroid hormone, produced by the thyroid gland in the neck, which affects growth, temperature regulation, metabolic rate, and other body functions.
Pituitary
The gland from which a number of hormones are released into the bloodstream. These hormones include growth hormone, ACTH, B-lipocortin (the precursor to B-endorphorin), FSH, LH, and TSH.
Gland
An organ that releases a chemical. Endocrine glands are ductless and secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. Exocrine glands secrete externally, either through a tube or duct.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Oxytetracycline hcl
Oxytetracycline hcl is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxytetracycline hydrochloride.
Oxytocin 10 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent
Oxytocin 10 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxytocin.
Oxytocin 20 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent
Oxytocin 20 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxytocin.
Oxytocin 5 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent
Oxytocin 5 usp units in dextrose 5 per cent is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxytocin.
Oxytrol
Oxytrol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): oxybutyin.
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Osteomalacia
A disease of adults that is characterized by softening of the bones due to loss of bone mineral. Osteomalacia is characteristic of vitamin D deficiency in adults, while children with vitamin D deficiency suffer from rickets.
Osteoblast
A type of bone cell characterized by its mobility and by its ability to produce bone matrix.
Osteocyte
A type of bone cell characterized by its immobile location within a lacunus and by a reduced ability to produce bone matrix.
OI
Osteogenesis Imperfecta. A genetic disorder that is also characterized by easily fractured bones.
Oxytocin
Occupational Medicine
Occupational Therapists work with the disabled, the elderly, newborns, school-aged children, and with anyone who has a permanent or temporary impairment in their physical or mental functioning. The aim of occupational therapy is to help the client to perform daily tasks in their living and working environments, and to assist them to develop the skills to live independent, satisfying, and productive lives.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy (OT) is the therapeutic use of self-care, work and play activities to increase independent function, enhance development and prevent disability; OT may include the adaptation of a task or the environment to achieve maximum independence and to enhance
Open comedo
A blackhead - a noninflammatory comedo with a dark top and firmly packed contents.
Oncology
The study and treatment of cancers.
Oncologist
A doctor who specializes in treating cancer patients.
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