antiaggregant (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌæntɪəˈɡrɪɡənt/
Definition
A substance that prevents or reduces the aggregation of blood cells, typically used to prevent blood clots.
Examples
Aspirin is a common antiaggregant used to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
The patient was given an antiaggregant to reduce the risk of blood clots after surgery.
How to Use antiaggregant
- use as an antiaggregant (prepositional phrase)
- to use a substance to prevent blood clotting — "The doctor prescribed a medication to use as an antiaggregant."
- antiaggregant therapy (noun phrase)
- treatment using antiaggregants — "The patient underwent antiaggregant therapy to prevent blood clots."
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