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TPN
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TPN
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(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biochemistry) Biochem triphosphopyridine nucleotide; a former name for NADP
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Noun1.TPN - administration of a nutritionally adequate solution through a catheter into the vena cavaTPN - administration of a nutritionally adequate solution through a catheter into the vena cava; used in cases of long-term coma or severe burns or severe gastrointestinal syndromes
hyperalimentation, total parenteral nutrition
alimentation, feeding - the act of supplying food and nourishment
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