In vitro research refers to experimental procedures conducted outside of living organisms within controlled laboratory environments
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New Study Raises Concerns About Weight-Loss Drugs Popular weight-loss drugs that have gained attention for helping people shed pounds may also be causing unintended muscle loss, including in the heart, according to a new study from the University of Alberta
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