thromboxane

thromboxane Definition

throm·box·ane (-bäk′sān)

noun

any of various derivatives of prostaglandins, which form on blood platelets and, usually, cause blood clots and constrict blood vessels

Etymology: thromb(o)- + ox(y)- + -ane

thromboxane Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

synthesis: An aqueous extract of guaraná Paullinia cupana ) decreases platelet thromboxane synthesis.
formation: They inhibit blood clotting by blocking thromboxane formation in blood platelets.
B2: Leukotriene B4, thromboxane B2 and inflammatory products also have been discovered within herniated human disks after surgery.

Noun used with modifier

platelet: An aqueous extract of guaraná Paullinia cupana ) decreases platelet thromboxane synthesis.

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