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Medical Definition of Acatalasia
1. Absence or deficiency of catalase from blood and tissues, often manifested by recurrent infection or ulceration of the gums and related oral structures. Homozygotes may have complete absence (Japanese variety) or very low levels (Swiss variety) of catalase; heterozygotes have reduced catalase levels (hypocatalasia), which overlap with the normal range. Synonym: acatalasaemia, Takahara's disease. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Acatalasia
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