English Explanatory Dictionary

streptokinase

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An enzyme produced by some streptococci which is involved in breaking down red blood cells by activating plasminogen to produce plasmin. It is used to treat blood clots and inflammation.

Pronunciation

/ˌstɹɛp.tə(ʊ)ˈkʌɪ.neɪz/ /ˌstɹɛp.toʊˈkaɪ.neɪs/

Word forms

streptokinase streptokinases

Etymology

From strepto(coccus) + kinase.

Derived words

antistreptokinase
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