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  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. metabolic inhibitors
  3. enzyme inhibitors
  4. proteinase inhibitors
  5. serine proteinase inhibitors
  6. antithrombins

Preferred term

antithrombins

Type

  • Chemical

Definition

  • Information Endogenous factors and drugs that directly inhibit the action of thrombin, usually by blocking its enzymatic activity. They are distinguished from indirect thrombin inhibitors, such as heparin, which act by enhancing the inhibitory effects of antithrombins.

    Source: Medical Subject Headings 2018

    Type: Concept definition

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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/313479

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