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Preferred term

Thromboxane A2  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An unstable intermediate between the prostaglandin endoperoxides and thromboxane B2. The compound has a bicyclic oxaneoxetane structure. It is a potent inducer of platelet aggregation and causes vasoconstriction. It is the principal component of rabbit aorta contracting substance (RCS).

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • 57576-52-0
  • Thromboxa-5,13-dien-1-oic acid, 9,11-epoxy-15-hydroxy-, (5Z,9alpha,11alpha,13E,15S)-

In other languages

  • French

  • 57576-52-0
  • Thromboxa-5,13-dien-1-oic acid, 9,11-epoxy-15-hydroxy-, (5Z,9alpha,11alpha,13E,15S)-
  • Thromboxane A-2
  • TXA2 (Thromboxane A2)

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-M3MN4WRX-9

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