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- C-reactive protein
n : a byproduct of inflammation; a globulin that is found in the blood in some cases of acute inflammation
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reactive : tending to react to a stimulus; "the skin of the geriatric is less reactive than that of younger persons"- Louis Tuft
reactive : participating readily in reactions; "sodium is a reactive metal"; "free radicals are very reactive"
reactive schizophrenia : schizophrenia of abrupt onset and relatively short duration (a few weeks or months)
reactive depression : an inappropriate state of depression that is precipitated by events in the person''s life (to be distinguished from normal grief)
protein : any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk a
protein folding : the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape; "understanding protein folding is the next step in deciphering the genetic code"
protein molecule : any large molecule containing chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds
silver protein : a colloid preparation of protein (albumin or gelatin) and silver oxide; used in aqueous solution as an antibacterial agent
conjugated protein : a protein complex combining amino acids with other substances
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