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GLOSSARY OF TERMS


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Mast cell:
a connective tissue cell that contains histamine that is released during allergic reactions.

Mediator:
an object or substance through which an effect is obtained; e.g. histamine is one mediator of anaphylaxis.

Medic-Alert®:
The Canadian Medic Alert® Foundation houses a registry of medical information for its members that can be called upon in an emergency. It provides bracelets and necktags inscribed with specific information and their phone number.

Metabolite:
any substance produced by metabolism (the transformation by which energy is made available for the use of an organism).

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