antithrombin

[US]/[ˌænθɪˈθrɒmɪn]/
[UK]/[ˌænθɪˈθrɑːmɪn]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a glycoprotein produced by the liver that acts as a natural anticoagulant, inhibiting thrombin and other activated clotting factors.; a medication used to treat and prevent blood clots.

Phrases & Collocations

antithrombin levels

measuring antithrombin

low antithrombin

antithrombin deficiency

antithrombin activity

replace antithrombin

antithrombin treatment

antithrombin test

increased antithrombin

antithrombin gene

Example Sentences

the patient's antithrombin level was significantly low.

antithrombin deficiency can increase the risk of blood clots.

doctors often measure antithrombin activity in the lab.

replacing antithrombin is a treatment option for some patients.

genetic mutations can affect antithrombin production.

heparin works by enhancing antithrombin's ability to inhibit clotting.

monitoring antithrombin levels is crucial for patients on heparin.

antithrombin testing helps diagnose inherited thrombophilia.

the lab results showed a decreased antithrombin concentration.

antithrombin replacement therapy can be administered intravenously.

screening for antithrombin deficiency is sometimes recommended.

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