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How Does APD Work? Decoding the Two Meanings

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Over 400,000 Americans require dialysis, with Automated Peritoneal Dialysis (APD) providing a popular home-based treatment option. However, in technology, APD refers to a completely different device: an Avalanche Photodiode, a highly sensitive light detector. This article clarifies how APD works in both of these distinct and important applications.