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Cox-1

Cox-1

6.8
A body protein that helps make chemicals protecting the stomach lining and kidneys
  • noun
  • /kɒks wʌn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Cox-1
  • The Cox-1 enzyme plays a crucial role in protecting the stomach lining.

Examples

  • Many common painkillers inhibit Cox-1 as well as Cox-2.

  • Doctors often consider the effects on Cox-1 when prescribing NSAIDs to patients.

  • Research has shown that Cox-1 plays a key role in protecting stomach tissue.

  • Scientists study Cox-1 to understand its effects on kidney function.

  • Research has shown that Cox-1 plays a crucial role in protecting the stomach lining.

  • The Cox-1 enzyme helps regulate the production of substances that are vital for kidney function.

  • Doctors often consider the effects of Cox-1 when prescribing medications that affect the stomach.

Synonyms

cyclooxygenase-1
vsCox-1
  • Specialized
9.7

An enzyme that helps make substances that protect the stomach lining and kidneys

is the alternative scientific name used interchangeably for the same enzyme

Surface Forms

Cox-1 singular

Etymology

Cox-1 is short for cyclooxygenase-1, which breaks into cyclo- ('circle' or 'ring'), oxygen ('air element') and -ase ('enzyme'). So the name reminds you it is an enzyme that works on oxygen-containing, ring-shaped molecules. That is why Cox-1 helps make chemicals that protect the stomach and kidneys, and why some pain medicines that block it can cause stomach problems.