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Isoflavones
A subgroup of flavonoids in which the basic structure is a 3-phenyl chromane skeleton. They act as phytoestrogens in mammals. A type of phytoestrogen (plant estrogen) found primarily in soybeans. A group of phytochemicals (including genistein and daidzein) that are produced within the seeds of the soybean plant. Evidence suggests that consumption of isoflavones by…
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Ischuria
Retention or suppression of urine.
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Ischemia
An insufficient supply of blood to an organ, usually due to a blocked artery. Deficiency of blood in an area due to a functional constriction or actual obstruction of a blood vessel(s); blockage or inadequate supply of oxygenated blood to tissues or organs; may be caused by overzealous tight suturing. Deficiency of blood in a…
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Iron (Fe)
Is essential to most life forms and to normal human physiology. In humans, iron is an essential component of proteins involved in oxygen transport and for haemoglobin. It is also essential for the regulation of cell growth and differentiation. A deficiency of iron limits oxygen delivery to cells, resulting in fatigue, poor work performance, and…
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Iodine (I)
Is an essential chemical element that is important for hormone development in the human body. Lack of iodine can lead to an enlarged thyroid gland (goitre) or other iodine deficiency disorders including mental retardation and stunted growth in babies and children. Iodine is found in dairy products, seafood, kelp, seaweeds, eggs, some vegetables and iodised…
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Intubation
Refers to the placement of a tube into an external or internal orifice of the body. The act of inserting a tube into the larynx to relieve a respiratory obstacle. The therapeutic insertion of a tube into the larynx through the glottis to allow the passage of air. Placement of a tube into an opening,…
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Intromission
The act of putting one thing into another. Insertion of the penis into the vagina. The insertion of the penis into the vagina sexual intercourse. The introduction of one organ or part into another, e.g. the penis into the vagina. The introduction of one organ or part into another. An example is the insertion of…
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Intraperitoneal (IP)
The term used when a chemical is contained within or administered through the peritoneum (the thin, transparent membrane that lines the walls of the abdomen). Inside the peritoneal cavity of the abdomen. Given that the entire abdomen is lined with peritoneum, this essentially means within the abdomen.
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Intoxicant
Substance that produce drunkenness or intoxication. A substance which induces a state of intoxication or poisoning, e.g. an alcoholic drink.
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Intima
Innermost layer of an artery or vein. The lining of an artery. Innermost lining of a part, especially of a blood vessels. The inner layer of the wall of an artery or vein. It is composed of a lining of endothelial cells and an elastic membrane. The innermost coat lining the arteries and the veins.…
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