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False Negative
A test or procedure result that incorrectly indicates a negative or
normal result when an abnormal condition is actually present.

False Positive
A test or procedure result that incorrectly indicates a positive or
abnormal result when no abnormal condition is actually present.

F
Fanconi Syndrome
A disorder of the kidney in which certain substances that are
normally absorbed into the bloodstream by the kidneys are released
into the urine instead. Fanconi syndrome can be caused by faulty
genes, or it may result later in life as a result of kidney damage. It is
a relatively uncommon adverse effect of some antiretroviral drugs.

Fat Maldistribution/Redistribution
See: Lipodystrophy

FDA
See: Food and Drug Administration

FDC
See: Follicular Dendritic Cell

First-Line Regimen
The recommended treatment plan and drugs used when treating a
person for the first time.

Fixed-Dose Combination
A capsule or tablet that contains two or more drugs. This type of
drug formulation allows a patient to take multiple drugs at one time
to decrease pill burden and increase adherence.
See Also: Pill Burden
Formulation

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