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antiplatelet

/æntɪplætlet/ adjective · British & US
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What does antiplatelet mean?

adjective

Relating to or inhibiting platelet aggregation, which is a process in the blood clotting mechanism.

Example

"The doctor prescribed an antiplatelet medication to reduce the risk of heart attack."

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