| Acronym | Meaning |
| PTK | Protein Tyrosine Kinase |
| FLISA | Fluorescence-linked Immunosorbent Assay |
| ORF | Open Reading Frame (DNA Sequence) |
| CARD | Contract Laboratory Program Analytical Results Database |
| MPPCF | Millions Of Particles Per Cubic Foot |
| UCMP | Unrestricted Compact Model Potential |
| CRP | C-reactive Protein |
| EBIS | Electron-beam Ion Source |
| CEAS | Coulometric Electrode Array System |
| ATMS | Assumption-based Truth Maintenance System |