<protein> The name given to calcium-binding proteins believed to be secreted by macrophages that acts as an inhibitor of phospholipase A2 enzymes and has a possible role in mediating the antiinflammatry effects of steroids. Lipocortins are identified as proteins of the annexin class and their extracellular role is in some doubt. ... (18 Nov 1...
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The name given to calcium-binding protein believed to be secreted by macrophages that acts as an inhibitor of phospholipase A2 enzymes and has a possible role in mediating the anti-inflammatory effects of steroids. Lipocortins are identified as proteins of the annexinclass and their extracellular role is in some doubt.
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Type: Term Definitions: 1. Corticosteroid-induced inhibitor of phospholipase A2. It inhibits formation of arachidonic acid and is considered a mediator of the antiinflammatory action of corticosteroids.
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