Pantothenic acid
| Pantothenic acid | |
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| Term | Pantothenic acid |
| Short definition | panic disorder - (pronounced) (PA-nik dis-OR-der) type of anxiety disorder in which a person repeatedly has panic attacks when there is no actual danger. Panic attacks are sudden periods of intense fear or anxiety that can provoke irrational thoughts or actions. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
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pantothenic acid - (pronounced) (PAN-toh-THEH-nik A-sid) nutrient in the vitamin B complex that the body needs in small amounts to function and stay healthy. Pantothenic acid helps some enzymes break down food and make many substances used in the body, and protects cells from damage caused by peroxides. It is found in almost all plant and animal foods. Pantothenic acid is water soluble (can dissolve in water) and needs to be taken daily. Also called vitamin B5
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