| total cholesterol |
The total amount of cholesterol in the blood.
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| total parenteral nutrition |
A special intravenous (IV) solution providing hydration, vitamins, minerals and calories to sustain life. This IV is usually inserted into a large vein in the neck area.
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| total parenteral nutrition |
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| total parenteral nutrition |
intravenous infusion of all the patient's requirements of nutrients through a fine tube (catheter) placed in a large vein.
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| total parenteral nutrition |
When the whole diet (ie all necessary nutrients) are delivered by injection into a vein.
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