THROMBOXANE


Meaning of THROMBOXANE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ thräm-ˈbäk-ˌsān ]

noun

Etymology: thromb- + ox- + -ane

Date: 1975

: any of several substances that are produced especially by platelets, are formed from endoperoxides, cause constriction of vascular and bronchial smooth muscle, and promote blood clotting

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