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bradykinin

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brad·y·ki·nin  (brd-knn, -knn)
n.
A biologically active polypeptide, consisting of nine amino acids, that forms from a blood plasma globulin and mediates the inflammatory response, increases vasodilation, and causes contraction of smooth muscle.
[brady- + Greek knein, to move; see kei-2 in Indo-European roots + -in.]
bradykinin [ˌbrædɪˈkaɪnɪn ˌbreɪdɪ-]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) a peptide in blood plasma that dilates blood vessels and causes contraction of smooth muscles. Formula: C50H73N15O11
[from brady- + Greek kin(ēsis) motion + -in]


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