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Zinc sulfate
Pronunciation
Definition 1
A substance required for cell growth and tissue repair. It is being studied as a way to prevent or decrease mucositis caused by radiation therapy. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
A salt of the essential trace metal zinc. Zinc is involved in tissue repair and is an important constituent of some proteins, including those involved in taste and smell. Zinc sulfate supplementation may prevent radiation-induced aguesia. (NCI Thesaurus)
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