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English noun: cyclooxygenase-2

1. cyclooxygenase-2 (substance) an enzyme that makes prostaglandins that cause inflammation and pain and fever


SamplesThe beneficial effects of NSAIDs result from their ability to block Cox-2.


SynonymsCox-2


Broader (hypernym)Cox, cyclooxygenase









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