Noun: streptokinase ,strep-tow'kI,neys
- An enzyme produced by some strains of streptococcus that can liquefy blood clots by converting plasminogen to plasmin; used medicinally in some cases of myocardial infarction and pulmonary embolism
"Streptokinase was administered to dissolve the blood clot"
Derived forms: streptokinases
Type of: enzyme
Encyclopedia: Streptokinase