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fibrinogen

/fɪˈbraɪnədʒən/ noun · British & US
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What does fibrinogen mean?

noun

A protein in the blood plasma that is converted to fibrin during blood clotting. It is a glycoprotein that plays a crucial role in the coagulation of blood.

Example

"The doctor ordered a blood test to check the levels of fibrinogen in the patient's blood."

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