fibrin

American  

[fahy-brin] / ˈfaɪ brɪn /

noun

1. the insoluble protein end product of blood coagulation, formed from fibrinogen by the action of thrombin in the presence of calcium ions.

2. Botany. a fibrinlike substance found in some plants; gluten.

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fibrin British  

/ ˈfɪbrɪn /

noun

1. a white insoluble elastic protein formed from fibrinogen when blood clots: forms a network that traps red cells and platelets

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fibrin Scientific  

/ fī′brĭn /

1. A fibrous protein produced by the action of thrombin on fibrinogen and essential to the coagulation of blood. Fibrin works by forming a fibrous network in which blood cells become trapped, thereby producing a clot.

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Other Word Forms

• fibrinous adjective

Etymology

Origin of fibrin

First recorded in 1790–1800; fibr- + -in ²

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• fibrin vs. fibrinogen

Example Sentences

One result of this research is CEVAP's patented fibrin sealant, described as a "biological glue."

From Science Daily

The scientists leveraged prior research from Gladstone investigator Katerina Akassoglou, PhD, who discovered that a blood-clotting protein called fibrin creates a cascade of toxic effects when it leaks into the brain through damaged blood vessels.

From Science Daily

When a body is injured, it synthesizes fibrin at the site of the wound.

From Science Daily

Although there are certain materials that naturally degrade within the body like fibrin glue and collagen sponges, they necessitate proteins sourced from humans or animals, making them considerably expensive.

From Science Daily

Montgomery notes that the kidneys developed tiny blood clots called fibrin thrombi, but that this may be the result of the patient’s condition.

From Scientific American