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fractional size expressed as a relative part of a unit. fractional catabolic rate the percentage of an available pool of body component, e.g. protein, iron, which is replaced, transferred or lost per unit of time. Takes account of the size of the pool of available metabolite in determining the absolute amount of it which is lost or transferred. Same principle applies in fractional transfer rate. fractional excretion tests, fractional clearance tests measures of urine electrolyte clearance ratios to assess renal function. They express the proportion of a substance excreted in the urine, compared with the amount filtered by the glomerulus. 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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The fractionally higher cost of pollution-free electricity is far outweighed by benefits to the environment, expanded energy security and an improved quality of life. 71 billion for their products in 2005, up fractionally from the updated 2004 revenue number of $31. In 1986, there were three owners of fractionally held aircraft. |
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