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chelate medical definition
noun
A chemical compound in the form of a heterocyclic ring, containing a metal ion attached by coordinate bonds to at least two nonmetal ions.
verb- To combine a metal ion with a chemical compound to form a ring.
- To remove a heavy metal, such as lead or mercury, from the bloodstream by means of a chelate.
Related Forms:
- chelate adjective
Related Forms:
- chelation noun
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