Meaning Of The Word Bradykinin

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bradykinin in American English
a kinin, C50H73N15O11, released from blood plasma by some snake venoms and certain other enzymes, which slows intestinal contractions, lowers blood pressure, etc.
noun: a peptide hormone that dilates peripheral blood vessels and increases capillary permeability

bradykinin in British English
noun: a peptide in blood plasma that dilates blood vessels and causes contraction of smooth muscles. Formula: C50H73N15 O11

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