calcidiol

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cal·ci·di·ol

(kal-sĭ-dī'ol),
First step in the biologic conversion of vitamin D3 to the more active form, calcitriol; it is more potent than vitamin D3.
Synonym(s): 25-hydroxycholecalciferol, calcifediol
Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

cal·ci·di·ol

(kal'si-dī'ol)
The first step in the biologic conversion of vitamin D3 to the more active form, calcitriol; it is more potent than vitamin D3.
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012
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