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TPN

noun
\ ˌtē-ˌpē-ˈen \

Definition of TPN 

: nadp

First Known Use of TPN

1938, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for TPN

triphosphopyridine nucleotide

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TPN

noun
\ ˈtē-ˈpē-ˈen \

Medical Definition of TPN 

(Entry 1 of 2)

: nadp

TPN

abbreviation

Medical Definition of TPN (Entry 2 of 2)

total parenteral nutrition

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