Ion
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| Ion | |
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| Term | Ion |
| Short definition | iodized oil (I-oh-dized oyl) A form of poppyseed oil that contains iodine. Given by injection, iodized oil accumulates in the blood and lymphatic vessels of tumors. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
ion - (pronounced) (ion) An atom or molecule that has a positive or negative electrical charge. Examples are sodium, potassium, calcium, chloride and phosphate. These ions help carry nutrients into cells, carry waste out of cells, and help nerves, muscles, heart, and brain function as they should
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