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Lesson Topic
prostaglandin and thromboxane
Lesson Outline
Read and discuss a paper which focused on the physiology and pharmacology of prostaglandin and thromboxane synthesis. The pathway of synthesis from arachidonic acid to prostaglandin and thromboxane and the cyclooxygenase enzyme required.
Discuss the action of thromboxane in clot formation, and how aspirin inhibits the COX2 enzyme required, thereby acting to prevent clot formation.
Discuss the action of thromboxane in clot formation, and how aspirin inhibits the COX2 enzyme required, thereby acting to prevent clot formation.
Session Minutes
45
Minutes Student Attended
45
Session Hours
0.75
Hours Attended
0.75
Entry Status
Review Status
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