Saturday, 18 May 2024, 9:08 PM
Site: VetLogic - E Learning and training for Vet Nurses
Course: VetLogic - E Learning and training for Vet Nurses (VetLogic)
Glossary: Glossary with audio assistance
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Diuretics

drugs used to increase the production of urine by the kidneys and so reduce water retention in the body

DNA

deoxyribonucleic acid, the genetic material found inside the nucleus of the cell

DNA gyrase

enzyme that controls coiling and uncoiling of DNA

DNA polymerase

enzyme that catalyses the synthesis of new DNA molecules

Dominant gene

a gene whose characteristics are always present in the phenotype, in homozygous and heterozygous individuals. It is represented with a capital letter, e.g. B.

Dosemeter

a device for monitoring exposure to X-rays

Drug schedule

classification of drugs within the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001

Dry matter

food residue after being heated to remove all the water

Dwarfism

smaller than normal size

Dysecdysis

abnormal shedding of the skin of reptiles