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germColloquial term for a micro-organism that causes disease, such as certain bacteria and viruses. Formerly, it was also used to mean something capable of developing into a complete organism (such as a fertilized egg, or the embryo of a seed). VTXT: Contributor added the following 072006, but not currently in database.. See also germ line. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Arthur Olch, uses a computer to pinpoint the cancerous germ cell tumor pressing on Melissa's hip and pelvis and blast it with a high dose of radiation, while sparing her bones and organs. In most circumstances, the diagnosis of germ cell tumor is established before the neck disease is noted. Germ cell tumors only metastasize to the cervical lymph nodes through lymphatic channels. |
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