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fibrin: see blood clotting blood clotting, process by which the blood coagulates to form solid masses, or clots. In minor injuries, small oval bodies called platelets, or thrombocytes, tend to collect and form plugs in blood vessel openings. ..... Click the link for more information. . fibrin a white insoluble elastic protein formed from fibrinogen when blood clots: forms a network that traps red cells and platelets fibrin [′fī·brən] (biochemistry) The fibrous, insoluble protein that forms the structure of a blood clot; formed by the action of thrombin. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| measured how far individual fibrin fibers can stretch. The introduction of fibrin sealants has brought into question the necessity of routinely placing suction drains. These include the highest currently known fibrin specificity. |
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