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Anthrax toxin — refers to three proteins secreted by virulent strains of the bacterium Bacillus anthracis . These three proteins act together in a synergistic way in which they are endocytosed and translocated into the cytoplasm of a macrophage, where it… … Wikipedia
Phenol-soluble modulin — Phenol soluble modulins are a family of protein toxins produced by CA MRSA, which are thought to be the cause of severe infections. Although the toxins are produced in all Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus strains, the more virulent CA… … Wikipedia
exotoxin — exotoxic, adj. /ek soh tok sin/, n. Biochem. a soluble toxin excreted by a microorganism. Cf. endotoxin. [1915 20; EXO + TOXIN] * * * ▪ biochemistry a poisonous substance secreted by certain bacteria. In their purest form they are the most… … Universalium
Panamanian golden toad — ▪ toad also called Panamanian golden frog small, bright yellow toad, often with a few black spots or blotches, that is found at moderate elevations in the central part of Panama. Considered to be one of the most beautiful frogs in Panama,… … Universalium
Cholera — A devastating and sometimes lethal disease with intense vomiting and profuse watery diarrhea leading to dehydration which, unless immediately treated, may be fatal. Cholera was discovered in 1883 to be due to infection with Vibrio cholerae, a… … Medical dictionary
exotoxin — ex•o•tox•in [[t]ˌɛk soʊˈtɒk sɪn[/t]] n. biochem. a soluble toxin excreted by a microorganism • Etymology: 1915–20 ex o•tox′ic, adj … From formal English to slang
poison — poisoner, n. poisonless, adj. poisonlessness, n. /poy zeuhn/, n. 1. a substance with an inherent property that tends to destroy life or impair health. 2. something harmful or pernicious, as to happiness or well being: the poison of slander. 3.… … Universalium
drug — drug1 /drug/, n., v., drugged, drugging. n. 1. Pharm. a chemical substance used in the treatment, cure, prevention, or diagnosis of disease or used to otherwise enhance physical or mental well being. 2. (in federal law) a. any substance… … Universalium
Drug — /droog/, n. Zoroastrianism. the cosmic principle of disorder and falsehood. Cf. Asha. [ < Avestan drauga] * * * I Any chemical agent that affects the function of living things. Some, including antibiotics, stimulants, tranquilizers,… … Universalium
nutritional disease — Introduction any of the nutrient related diseases and conditions that cause illness in humans. They may include deficiencies or excesses in the diet, obesity and eating disorders, and chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease,… … Universalium
