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TPN

noun \ ˌtē-ˌpē-ˈen \

Definition of TPN

: nadp

Origin and Etymology of tpn

triphosphopyridine nucleotide

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TPN

noun \ ˈtē-ˈpē-ˈen \

medical Definition of TPN

: nadp

TPN

abbreviation

medical Definition of TPN

total parenteral nutrition

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