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Definition of Adenosine

Adenosine: A nucleoside containing adenine as its base. Adenosine acts to dilate the coronary arteries and is employed in the adenosine thallium scan of the heart.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 10/29/2003

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