Drug Enforcement Administration. The federal agency which regulates the manufacture, dispensing, storage and shipment of controlled substances including medications with human abuse potential.... ↪ Read more

Substances which make up the inside of a cell and surround the nucleus of the cell which contains the genetic material.... ↪ Read more

Compounds produced by certain cells, which act as messengers to control the action of lymphocytes and other cells in an immune response.... ↪ Read more

An abnormal sac structure containing fluid. A closed sac of fluid or semi-solid substance, Generally harmless, but in some cases they may become malignant, A fluid-filled structure.... ↪ Read more

Bluish or grayish color to the skin and gums which occurs when the animal has insufficient oxygen.... ↪ Read more

The process in which a sample of fluid or tissue is taken from an animal and placed in special media which allows the bacteria, virus, etc. to grow (reproduce) in the laboratory. Evaluating a sample of fluid or tissue for bacterial growth.... ↪ Read more

Estrogen-like substances produced by certain plants such as alfalfa; types of phytoestrogen.... ↪ Read more

Hormones produced by the adrenal gland which are important to almost every function of cells and organs. They are divided into two groups: glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids. Glucocorticoids regulate protein, carbohydrate and fat metabolism. Mineralocorticoids regulate electrolyte balances. A... ↪ Read more

A characteristic of an animal that is present at birth. It may be inherited or induced by events that occur during pregnancy. Present at birth, May or may not be inherited from parents and may or may not be passed on to off-spring, A defect that is present at birth. The defect may either be... ↪ Read more

The onset of pregnancy, when the fertilized egg attaches to the uterus.... ↪ Read more

A blackhead, usually the result of a plugged gland within the skin.... ↪ Read more

Being in a state of unconsciousness.... ↪ Read more