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cyclooxygenase-1

DEFINITIONS OF: cyclooxygenase-1

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n an enzyme that regulates prostaglandins that are important for the health of the stomach lining and kidneys

Synonyms:
Cox-1
Type of:
Cox, cyclooxygenase
either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin
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