Meaning of PROSTAGLANDIN

Pronunciation:			`prâstu'glandin
WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  potent hormone-like substance found in many bodily tissues (and especially in semen); produced in response to trauma and may affect blood pressure and metabolism and smooth muscle activity
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	See Also:		autacoid, autocoid
Biology Dictionary
	Definition:		Any of a class of hormone-like, lipid-soluble regulatory molecules constructed from polyunsaturated fatty acids such as arachidonate. These molecules participate in diverse body functions such as smooth muscle contraction and relaxation, vasodilation, and kidney regulation.
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