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Definition of Parapeptone

1. n. An albuminous body formed in small quantity by the peptic digestion of proteids. It can be converted into peptone by pancreatic juice, but not by gastric juice.

Medical Definition of Parapeptone

1. An albuminous body formed in small quantity by the peptic digestion of proteids. It can be converted into peptone by pancreatic juice, but not by gastric juice. Origin: Pref. Para- + peptone. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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