LY Medical Abbreviation

LY has various meanings in the Medical category. Discover the full forms, definitions, and usage contexts of LY in Medical.

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Lymphocyte

Lymphocyte, type of white blood cell (leukocyte) that is of fundamental importance in the immune system because lymphocytes are the cells that determine the specificity of the immune response to infectious microorganisms and other foreign substances.

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Lymphocytes

The white blood cells that are essential components of the immune system. A subclass of leukocytes involved in the immune response. B lymphocytes synthesize and secrete antibodies; T lymphocytes either play a regulatory role in immunity or kill foreign and virus-infected cells.

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Lactoalbumin and Yeastolate
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Lymphatic Invasion
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Lysozyme

An enzyme in perspiration, tears, and saliva that attacks bacterial cell walls.

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Lymphoblastoid Interferonhhuifn-Alpha
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Lymphoma

Lymphoma is a group of blood cell tumors that develop from lymphocytes. The name often refers to just the cancerous ones rather than all such tumors. Signs and symptoms may include enlarged lymph nodes, fever, drenching sweats, unintended weight loss, itching, and constantly feeling tired. The enlarged lymph nodes are usually painless.

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Lyophilization

A process by which material is rapidly frozen and dehydrated under high vacuum.

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