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    liquaemin

    liquaemin - Dictionary definition and meaning for word liquaemin

    Definition
    (noun) a polysaccharide produced in basophils (especially in the lung and liver) and that inhibits the activity of thrombin in coagulation of the blood; it (trade names Lipo-Hepin and Liquaemin) is used as an anticoagulant in the treatment of thrombosis and in heart surgery
    Synonyms : heparin , lipo-hepin
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