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lipotropic agents

Definition: Endogenous factors or drugs that increase the transport and metabolism of lipids including the synthesis of lipoproteins by the liver and their uptake by extrahepatic tissues.
Definition Source: Medical Subject Headings
Used For: lipotropics
Spanish: agentes lipotrópicos

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