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What is alpha tocopherol?
Vitamins are compounds that you must have for growth and health. They are needed in only small amounts and are available in the foods that you eat. Vitamin E prevents a chemical reaction called oxidation, which can sometimes result in harmful effects in your body. It is also important for the proper function of nerves and muscles.
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Alpha-1 antitrypsin
To help diagnose the cause of early onset emphysema and/or liver dysfunction, to establish the risk of developing alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency-related emphysema and/or liver disease and determine the likelihood that children might inherit the risk Read more on
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Alpha-Tocopherol, Beta-Carotene (ATBC) Trial - National Cancer ...
Jul 22, 2003 ... In order to determine the long-term effects from vitamin supplements in smokers, ATBC researchers followed the participants for an ... Read more on
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Randomised trial of alpha-tocopherol and beta-carotene supplements ...
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Stoller JK, Brantly M, et al. Formation and current results of a patient-organized registry for (alpha)1-antitrypsin deficiency. Chest 118(3):843-848, 2000. McElvaney NG, Stoller JK, et al. Baseline Characteristics of Enrollees in the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Registry of (alpha)1-Antitrypsin Deficiency. Chest 111:394-403, 1997. Eriksson S. Pulmonary Emphysema and Alpha1-Antitrypsin Deficiency. ACTA Med Scand 175(2):197-205, 1964. Eriksson S. Studies in (alpha)1-antitrypsin deficiency.... Read more on
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Alpha-Tocopherol, Beta-Carotene Cancer Prevention (ATBC) Study ...
Jun 19, 2006 ... The Alpha-Tocopherol Beta-Carotene Cancer Prevention (ATBC) Study was a large randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, 2x2 factorial ... Read more on
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alpha-tocopherol - definition of alpha-tocopherol in the Medical ...
tocopherol /to·coph·er·ol/ (to-kof´er-ol) any of a series of structurally similar compounds, some of which have biological vitamin E activity. ... Read more on
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ARS Project: QUANTIFICATION OF IN VIVO ALPHA-TOCOPHEROL METABOLISM ...
In a clinical study, volunteers will consume labeled alpha-tocopherol, then provide blood, urine, and fecal samples for several weeks. ... Read more on
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Alpha-Lac
Oral laxatives are medicines taken by mouth to encourage bowel movements to relieve constipation.
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Alpha-Interferon
Alpha-Interferon is an immune-enhancing substance that is produced by the body's white blood cells to fight off viral infection and cancer. It has been studied in the treatment of multiple sclerosis.
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Alpha Lipoic Acid
Alpha lipoic acid is a vitamin-like substance that helps to make energy in your body. As an antioxidant, it is used to treat acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Alpha lipoic acid may also be used to treat diabetes and burning mouth syndrome.
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Alpha-Ketoglutarate
Alpha-Ketoglutarate is a form of the amino acid Ornithine and has been used as a supplement to improve athletic performance and enhance wound healing.
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Alpha fetoprotein
Alpha fetoprotein (AFP) is a protein normally produced by the liver and yolk sac of a fetus. AFP levels decrease soon after birth. AFP probably has no normal function in adults. A test can be done to measure the amount of AFP in your blood. See also: Quadruple screen
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Alpha-1 antitrypsin
Alpha-1 antitrypsin is a laboratory test to measure the amount of alpha-1 antitrypsin (A1AT) in your blood.
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Alpha-linoleic Acid
Alpha-linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid that is used as a supplement for general health, benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), and diabetes.
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Alpha-fetoprotein-L3 percent
To help diagnose and monitor therapy for certain cancers of the liver, testes, or ovaries
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Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is condition passed down through families in which the liver does not make enough of a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to emphysema and liver disease.
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Biofeedback
Biofeedback is a method used to measure and report biological information about a person so he or she can consciously control normally unconscious body functions. This concept is relatively new in the West. Western scientists previously thought functions, such as heart rate, digestion, blood pressure, brain waves, and muscle tension could not be consciously controlled. Other cultures have long used yoga, meditation, and Tai Chi to achieve these types of effects. Biofeedback is unique because it uses electronic technology to provide instant feedback so a person can know when they are achieving the desired change.
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Tocopherol - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
alpha-Tocopherol is the main source found in supplements and in the European diet, while gamma-tocopherol is the most common form in the American diet. ...
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