Definition
Large molecules made up of smaller molecules.
Use in clinical context
Polymers are important in many clinical situations. DNA and RNA are polymers made up of smaller molecules called nucleotides, as are proteins which are comprised of amino acids. Even drugs can be classed as polymers because they are made up of different combinations of chemicals.
Related terms
Amino acids | Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) | Nucleotide | Ribonucleic acid (RNA)
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