fibrinolysin
/ˌfaɪbrɪnoʊˈlaɪsɪn/
noun
- An enzyme that breaks down blood clots by dissolving fibrin, a protein involved in clotting.
- The body naturally produces fibrinolysin to prevent excessive clotting.
- In the lab, scientists study how fibrinolysin interacts with other clotting factors.
- Doctors may use fibrinolysin to treat patients with dangerous blood clots.
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