Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
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ABI Ankle-brachial index
ACC American College of Cardiology
ACS Acute coronary syndrome
AE Adverse event
AHA American Heart Association
AIDS Acquired immune deficiency syndrome
ALT Alanine aminotransferase
AP Angina pectoris
apo B Apolipoprotein B
APOC3 Apolipoprotein C3
AST Aspartate aminotransferase
ATP Adult Treatment Panel