Antihaemophilic Globulin (Noun)
Meaning
A coagulation factor (trade name Hemofil) whose absence is associated with hemophilia A.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Infusions of antihaemophilic globulin can help alleviate the symptoms of mild hemophilia A.
- The production of antihaemophilic globulin was revolutionized by the development of recombinant DNA technology.
- Antihaemophilic globulin is administered intravenously to restore the clotting activity of factor VIII.
- Certain individuals may develop inhibitors against antihaemophilic globulin, rendering it less effective.
- Prior to the widespread availability of antihaemophilic globulin, individuals with hemophilia A often suffered from severe and debilitating bleeds.