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cyclooxygenase
 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun cyclooxygenase has 1 sense
  1. cyclooxygenase, Cox - either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin
    --1 is a kind of enzyme
    --1 has particulars: cyclooxygenase-1, Cox-1; cyclooxygenase-2, Cox-2

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Cyclooxygenase

Description:

Cyclooxygenase (COX) is an enzyme responsible for the synthesis of prostanoids, which are important lipid mediators involved in inflammation and pain.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The inhibition of cyclooxygenase can help reduce inflammation in arthritis patients.
  2. Cyclooxygenase inhibitors are commonly used for the treatment of headaches.
  3. COX-2, a particular form of cyclooxygenase, is associated with pain and fever.

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