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Tissue Plasminogen Activator.
Tissue Plasminogen Activator - as a noun
A thrombolytic agent (trade name activase) that causes fibrinolysis at the site of a blood clot; used in treating acute myocardial infarction
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
activaseExample Sentences
"The patient received a dose of tissue plasminogen activator to dissolve the blood clot."
"Researchers are studying the effects of tissue plasminogen activator on heart attack patients."
"The doctor administered tissue plasminogen activator intravenously."
"The drug is commonly known as tissue plasminogen activator."
"The use of tissue plasminogen activator carries certain risks and side effects."
