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Meaning of alteplase | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˈal.təp.leɪz

Definitions

A form of the enzyme plasminogen activator (trademark Activase) produced by genetic engineering and used to dissolve blood clots in thromboembolic disorders such as myocardial infarction, deep venous thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism.

uncountable

Equivalents

Português alteplase

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

alter alter ego alter idem alter kaker alter-ego alter-egotism

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