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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.
The eye muscles are the most active muscles in the whole body. The external muscles that move the eyes are the strongest muscles in the human body for the job they have to do. They are 100 times more powerful than they need to be.
By definition, when a medication is administered intravenously, its bioavailability is 100%.
Nearly 31 million adults in America have a total cholesterol level that is more than 240 mg per dL.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in overdose can seriously damage the liver. It should never be taken by people who use alcohol heavily; it can result in severe liver damage and even a condition requiring a liver transplant.