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alveoli

The tiny air sacs in the lungs, where oxygen enters the blood and carbon dioxide leaves it.

granulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF)

A protein that helps increase the bone marrow production of certain white blood cells called neutrophils, which fight infection.

deep vein thrombosis

A blood clot that forms in the veins of the leg, often caused by immobility after an operation or long-distance travel.

carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA)

A protein that may be in the blood of a person with bowel cancer.

CA-125

A protein found in the blood that is often higher than normal in women with ovarian cancer.

antibody

Part of the body’s immune system. Antibodies are proteins made by the blood in response to an invader (antigen) in the body. They help protect against viruses, bacteria and other foreign substances.

anaemia

Deficiency in the number or quality of red blood cells.

vital signs

Measurements of the body’s pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure. This indicates the state of essential body functions….