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Alpha receptors refer to a subtype of adrenergic receptors located on cell membranes of selected tissues.

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Alpha strategies refer to attempts to persuade others by increasing approach forces.

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Alpha synuclein refers to a protein found in the brain. Nobody knows what the function of the protein is. In some diseases it is found in large quantities clumped together. It is found in Parkinsons Disease, and other diseases like Lewy Body Dementia and Multiple.

Alpha wave is defined as the the brain wave of 8 to 12 cycles per second that occurs when an individual is awake but deeply relaxed, usually with the eyes closed

Alpha wave refer to the rhythm of 8 to 12 brain waves per second which is generally associated with relaxation. Alpha waves also refer large, slow brain waves which are associated with relaxation and falling asleep.

Alpha-fetoproteinor AFP refers to a protein that binds with estrogen in the bloodstream of many immature mammals.

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Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) assay refers to a blood test that assesses the mother's blood level of alpha-fetoprotein, a substance that is linked with fetal neural tube defects.

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Alphabet refers to a writing system in which each letter is supposed to represent a phoneme.

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