Definition of Prostaglandin in English :

Define Prostaglandin in English

Prostaglandin meaning in English

Meaning of Prostaglandin in English

Pronunciation of Prostaglandin in English

Prostaglandin pronunciation in English

Pronounce Prostaglandin in English

Prostaglandin

see synonyms of prostaglandin

Noun

1. prostaglandin

a potent substance that acts like a hormone and is found in many bodily tissues (and especially in semen); produced in response to trauma and may affect blood pressure and metabolism and smooth muscle activity

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Prostaglandin

see synonyms of prostaglandin
noun
any of a group of potent hormone-like compounds composed of essential fatty acids and found in all mammalian tissues, esp human semen. Prostaglandins stimulate the muscles of the uterus and affect the blood vessels; they are used to induce abortion or birth

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Prostaglandin

see synonyms of prostaglandin
noun
any of a group of hormonelike fatty acids found throughout the body, esp. in semen, that affect blood pressure, metabolism, body temperature, and other important body processes

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Prostaglandin

see synonyms of prostaglandin
n.
Any of a group of potent hormonelike substances that are produced in various mammalian tissues, are derived from arachidonic acid, and mediate a wide range of physiological functions, such as control of blood pressure, contraction of smooth muscle, and modulation of inflammation.

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