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cyclooxygenase-1

cyclooxygenase-1

9.7
An enzyme that helps make substances that protect the stomach lining and kidneys
  • noun
  • /saɪkloʊˈɑksɪdʒəneɪs-1/
  • Specialized
translation icon : ciclooxigenasa-1
  • Some medications relieve pain by inhibiting cyclooxygenase-1, but this can lead to stomach problems.

Examples

  • The difference between cyclooxygenase-1 and COX-2 is important in designing safe anti-inflammatory drugs.

  • Medications that target cyclooxygenase-1 may help maintain kidney health while managing pain.

  • Researchers at the university are studying how cyclooxygenase-1 affects kidney function in adults.

  • The cyclooxygenase-1 enzyme is crucial.

  • Many doctors study cyclooxygenase-1.

  • Researchers are investigating the role of cyclooxygenase-1 in protecting the stomach lining from damage.

  • Understanding cyclooxygenase-1 is essential for developing treatments that minimize side effects on the digestive system.

Synonyms

Cox-1
vscyclooxygenase-1
  • Specialized
6.8

A body protein that helps make chemicals protecting the stomach lining and kidneys

is identical in meaning but uses the alternate name form

Surface Forms

cyclooxygenase-1 singular
cyclooxygenase-1s plural

Morphology

cyclooxygenase-1 = cyclooxygenase (opaque) = cyclo + oxygen + ase + 1

The numeric suffix '1' clearly indicates the isoform number of the enzyme and is a straightforward specifier.

Etymology

The word cyclooxygenase-1 breaks into parts: cyclo- 'circle', oxygen 'oxygen', and -ase 'enzyme'. So it is an enzyme that works with oxygen on ring-shaped molecules to make important chemicals called prostaglandins that help protect the stomach lining and kidneys.