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(proh-TEK-tiv FAK-ter)
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| Something that may decrease the chance of getting a certain disease. Some examples of protective factors for cancer are getting regular physical activity, staying at a healthy weight, and having a healthy diet. |
Previous Definitions: | prosthodontist, prostration, protease inhibitor, proteasome inhibitor, Protection of Human Subjects | Next Definitions: | protegrin, protein, protein expression, protein kinase C, protein-bound paclitaxel |
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