Definitions
- Gagsearch for term
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A gene of HIV that codes for the core protein p55. P55 is the precursor of HIV proteins p17, p24, p7, and p6. These form HIV's capsule, the inner protein shell surrounding HIV's strand of RNA.
- Gastrointestinal (GI)search for term
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Relating to the stomach and intestines.
- Genesearch for term
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- A unit of DNA that carries information for the biosynthesis of a specific product in the cell.
- Ultimate unit by which inheritable characteristics are transmitted to succeeding generations in all living organisms. Genes are contained by, and arranged along the length of, the chromosome. Alteration of either gene number or arrangement can result in mutation (a change in the inheritable traits).
- Genital ulcer diseasesearch for term
- Synonyms: Ulcerative lesions on the genitals usually caused by a sexually transmitted infection such as herpes, syphilis, or chancroid. The presence of genital ulcers may increase the risk of transmitting HIV.
- Genital ulcer diseasesearch for term
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A wart-like skin growth usually on the external genitalia or perianal area.
- Genitourinary tractsearch for term
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The organs concerned with the production and excretion of urine and those concerned with reproduction. Also called genitourinary system, urogenital system, or urogenital tract.
- Gonorrhoeasearch for term
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An infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea. Although gonorrhoea is considered primarily a sexually transmitted infection it can also be transmitted to newborns during the birth process.
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