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Definition of Streptokinase
1. Noun. An enzyme produced by some strains of streptococcus that can liquefy blood clots by converting plasminogen to plasmin; used medicinally in some cases of myocardial infarction and pulmonary embolism.
Generic synonyms: Enzyme
Definition of Streptokinase
1. Noun. (enzyme) Any of a class of enzymes that catalyzes the conversion of plasminogen to plasmin and are used to dissolve blood clots ¹
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Definition of Streptokinase
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