The set of SNP (single nucliotide polymorphism) alleles along a region of a chromosome. Theoretically there could be many haplotypes in a chromosome region, but recent studies are typically finding only a few common haplotypes.…
A virus spread mostly through unclean water. This type of hepatitis is common in developing countries. It has not occurred in the United States.
The condition of having too much bilirubin in the blood, which occurs when the liver does not work normally or blood breaks down too quickly. Symptoms include jaundice.
Long-lasting disorders that cause irritation and ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract. The most common disorders are ulcerative colitis and Crohn
Cells that line the liver. These cells remove waste such as bacteria from the blood.
The largest abdominal organ. The liver carries out many important functions, such as making important blood proteins and bile, changing food into energy, and cleaning alcohol and poisons from the blood.
The way cells change food into energy after food is digested and absorbed into the blood.
Drugs that draw fluid into the colon and soften stool, making it easier to pass. This class of drugs is useful for people with idiopathic constipation and includes lactulose and polyethylene glycol electrolyte solution. (Brand…
The area around the anus.
A doctor who specializes in disorders of the anus and rectum.