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- noun pathology The abnormal
retention oftriglycerides within thevacuoles of theliver
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- noun yellow discoloration as a result of the accumulation of certain fats (triglycerides) in the liver; can be caused by alcoholic cirrhosis or pregnancy or exposure to certain toxins
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