thromboxane
/θrɑmˈbɑkseɪn/
noun
- A chemical substance produced by platelets that causes blood vessels to narrow and promotes blood clotting.
- Aspirin works by blocking the production of thromboxane, reducing clot risk.
- High levels of thromboxane can lead to dangerous narrowing of arteries.
- Thromboxane plays a key role in the formation of blood clots after an injury.