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| A substance required for cell growth and tissue repair. It is being studied as a way to prevent or decrease mucositis caused by radiation therapy. |
Previous Definitions: | Zheng, ziconotide, zidovudine, zileuton, zinc oxide | Next Definitions: | Zinecard, Zofran, zoledronate, zoledronic acid, Zolinza |
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