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C1 esterase inhibitor (C1-INH) is a protein found in the fluid part of your blood that controls C1, the first component of the complement system. The complement system is a group of proteins that move freely through your bloodstream. The proteins work with your immune system and play a role in the development of inflammation. There are nine major complement proteins. They are labeled C1 through C9.This article discusses the test that is done to measures the amount of C1-INH in your blood.See also:ComplementComplement component 3 (C3)Complement component 4 (C4)CH50CH100
Review Date:
5/27/2007
CA-125 is a test used to evaluate ovarian cancer treatment.
Review Date:
11/9/2007
Caffeine is a substance that exists naturally in certain plants. It can also be produced synthetically and used as an additive in food products. It is a central nervous system stimulant and a diuretic.
Review Date:
8/6/2007
This is poisoning from large amounts of caffeine.
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4/4/2006
This article describes poisoning caused by eating parts of the Caladium plant and other plants belonging to the Araceae family.
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10/24/2007
Calcification is a process in which a mineral called calcium builds up in body tissue, causing the tissue to harden. This can be a normal or abnormal process.
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7/21/2006
Calcitonin is a test that measures the amount of the hormone calcitonin in the blood.
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12/6/2007
Ionized calcium is calcium that is freely flowing in your blood and not attached to proteins. It is also called free calcium.All cells need calcium in order to work. Calcium helps build strong bones and teeth. It is important for heart function, and helps with muscle contraction, nerve signaling, and blood clotting.This article discusses the test used to measure the amount of ionized calcium in blood.See also: Serum calcium
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4/26/2007
This test measures the amount of calcium in urine. All cells need calcium in order to work. Calcium helps build strong bones and teeth. It is important for heart function, and helps with muscle contraction, nerve signaling, and blood clotting.See also: Calcium - blood
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5/15/2007
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8/6/2007
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