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What is the use of tissue plasminogen activator? - Biology

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What is the use of tissue plasminogen activator?

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Tissue plasminogen activator is an enzyme that dissolves clots. It has an affinity for fibrin that is produced naturally in the blood vessel lining. It is used in genetic engineering form to prevent damage to heart muscles following heart attacks and reduce neurological damage.

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2013-2014 (March)

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