fibrinogen
/faɪˈbrɪnədʒən/
noun
- A protein in blood plasma that is converted into fibrin during blood clotting.
- The doctor ordered a test to measure the patient's fibrinogen concentration.
- When you get a cut, fibrinogen changes into fibrin to form a clot.
- Fibrinogen levels in the blood can indicate a risk of bleeding or clotting disorders.