Definitions for "Plasminogen"
an inactive form of plasmin that occurs in plasma and is converted to plasmin by organic solvents
Precursor of fibrinolysin (plasmin). It is a single-chain beta-globulin of molecular weight 80-90,000 found mostly in association with fibrinogen in plasma; plasminogen activators change it to fibrinolysin. It is used in wound debriding and has been investigated as a thrombolytic agent.
A precursor to plasmin. A protein found in many tissues and body fluids.