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Thrombokinase (Noun)

Meaning

An enzyme liberated from blood platelets that converts prothrombin into thrombin as blood starts to clot.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • Thrombokinase plays a crucial role in the coagulation cascade as it catalyzes the conversion of prothrombin to thrombin, thereby initiating the clot formation process.
  • The production and release of thrombokinase by activated platelets is a vital step in achieving hemostasis after an injury.
  • A deficiency of thrombokinase or problems in its function can lead to bleeding disorders due to impaired coagulation.
  • Blood clotting involves a series of complex reactions, with thrombokinase being one of the key enzymes responsible for the successful formation of a clot.
  • In the laboratory setting, thrombokinase can be isolated and studied to better understand the molecular mechanisms involved in the coagulation process.

Synonyms

  • Thromboplastin
  • Factor III

Hypernyms

  • Coagulation Factor
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