<enzyme> A proteolytic enzyme obtained from the venom of fer de lance (bothrops atrox). It is used as a plasma clotting agent for fibrinogen and for the detection of fibrinogen degradation products. The presence of heparin does not interfere with the clotting test. ... Pharmacological action: fibrinolytic agent. ... Registry number: EC 3.4.21...
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(rep´til-ās) an enzyme from Russell's viper venom used in determining blood clotting time.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: rep′til-ās Definitions: 1. An enzyme found in the venom of Bothrops atrox that clots fibrinogen by splitting off its fibrinopeptide.
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