Calcineurin

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A protein phosphatase that stimulates the growth and differentiation of T cells countable, uncountable

    "… the European Dermatology Forum consensus group has recently published guidelines favoring the use of topical calcineurin inhibitors as a first-line option for face and neck on a bidaily [twice-daily] basis …"

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"… the European Dermatology Forum consensus group has recently published guidelines favoring the use of topical calcineurin inhibitors as a first-line option for face and neck on a bidaily [twice-daily] basis …"

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