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Dihydrotestosterone - A derivative of testosterone which has a higher biologic activity within the prostate than testosterone.

Diploid - Having two sets of chromosomes as normally found in cells of higher organisms.

DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) - The carrier of genetic information.

Donor nephrectomy - Kidney transplantation.

Drain - Tube used to drain fluid accumulations after surgery

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