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TGAsearch for term

[Therapeutic Goods Administration] The federal government body that approves drugs and treatments before they can be prescribed.

See also: Food and Drug Administration
triglyceridesearch for term

A type of fat in the blood. Elevated triglycerideA type of fat in the blood. Elevated triglyceride levels may be a side effect of some anti-HIV drugs. levels may be a side effectAn unwanted effect caused by the administration of drugs. Onset may be sudden or develop over time. of some anti-HIV drugs.

See also: carbohydrate Synonyms: trigs, blood fats