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streptodornase

American  
[strep-toh-dawr-neys, -neyz] / ˌstrɛp toʊˈdɔr neɪs, -neɪz /

noun

Biochemistry, Pharmacology.

  1. a deoxyribonuclease, obtained from hemolytic streptococci, used in medicine for decomposing blood clots and fibrinous and purulent matter.

Etymology

Origin of streptodornase

strepto- + d(e)o(xy)r(ibo)n(ucle)ase

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