cyclooxygenase

Noun
  1. Either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin (synset 114762026)
    is a type of: enzyme - any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions
    subtypes:
    • cox-1, cyclooxygenase-1 - an enzyme that regulates prostaglandins that are important for the health of the stomach lining and kidneys
    • cox-2, cyclooxygenase-2 - an enzyme that makes prostaglandins that cause inflammation and pain and fever
    same as: cox

Found on Word Lists

Other Searches