noun
- a protein in blood plasma that is converted to fibrin during blood clotting
Usage: medical; biochemistry
Examples
- Fibrinogen levels can indicate bleeding disorders.
- The doctor ordered a fibrinogen test before surgery.
- Low fibrinogen may cause excessive bleeding.
- Fibrinogen is produced in the liver.
- Blood clotting requires the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin.
- Elevated fibrinogen levels may increase clot risk.