fibrin

/ˈfaɪbɹɪn/
noun 3verb 1

Definitions

noun

1

A white, albuminous, fibrous substance, formed in the coagulation of the blood.

2

An elastic, insoluble, whitish protein produced by the action of thrombin on fibrinogen and forming an interlacing fibrous network in the coagulation of blood.

3

An albuminous body, resembling animal fibrin in composition, found in cereal grains and similar seeds; vegetable fibrin.

verb

1

To apply fibrin sealant to a surgical site to either stop bleeding or for surgical flap closure.

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