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Question
Recombinant protein .................. is used to dissolve blood clots present in the body.
Options
insulin
tissue plasminogen activator
relaxin
erythropoietin
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Solution
Recombinant protein tissue plasminogen activator is used to dissolve blood clots present in the body.
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