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When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.
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Human neurons are so small that they require a microscope in order to be seen. However, some neurons can be up to 3 feet long, such as those that extend from the spinal cord to the toes.
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The FDA recognizes 118 routes of administration.
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Astigmatism is the most common vision problem. It may accompany nearsightedness or farsightedness. It is usually caused by an irregularly shaped cornea, but sometimes it is the result of an irregularly shaped lens. Either type can be corrected by eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.
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According to the FDA, adverse drug events harmed or killed approximately 1,200,000 people in the United States in the year 2015.