prostaglandin
/pɹɒstəˈɡlændɪn/
noun1
- Any of a group of naturally occurring lipids derived from the C₂₀ acid prostanoic acid; they have a number of physiological functions and may be considered to be hormones.
- This enzyme generates an inflammatory mediator known as prostaglandin, which triggers pain and other aspects of inflammation. — 2001
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prostaglandins