What is acyclovir Acyclovir is an antiviral prescription medicine approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat and prevent reoccurrence of herpes

What is locust bean gum Locust bean gum also called carob bean gum, is the material separated and variously refined from the endosperm of the

What is acromioclavicular joint The acromioclavicular joint is a diarthrodial joint where the collarbone (clavicle) meets the highest point of the shoulder blade or scapula (acromion)

What is a bowel resection Bowel resection is also called partial colectomy, is an operation that removes a diseased or damaged part of the colon

What is a visual field test Visual field test looks for visual field defects and their location. Central and peripheral vision is tested by using

What is a virtual colonoscopy Virtual colonoscopy is also called CT (computerized tomography) colonography, is a procedure in which a radiologist uses x-rays and a computer

What is urodynamic testing Urodynamic testing is generally used as a collective term for all tests of bladder and urethral function. Urodynamic testing is widely

What is acral lentiginous melanoma Acral lentiginous melanoma is a type of malignant melanoma originating on palms, soles of foot and under the nail. Acral

What is achromatopsia Achromatopsia is rare non-progressive inherited vision disorder characterized by a partial or total absence of color vision, decreased vision, light sensitivity, and nystagmus

What is acrocyanosis Acrocyanosis is a painless blue discoloration in the hands, feet and sometimes the face due to reduced oxygen in the blood (diminished