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lipid-metabolism disorders

a group of metabolic anomalies characterized by abnormal levels of fatty substances in the blood or other tissues resulting from genetic, endocrine, or external factors or organ failure. Lipid-metabolism disorders include Niemann–Pick disease and Tay–Sachs disease.

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prenatal care

prenatal care

health care and educational services provided to or obtained by a woman during pregnancy. Such services are intended to prevent complications and decrease the risk of maternal or fetal mortality.