PAF ACETHER
\pˌiːˌe͡ɪˈɛf ˈasɪðə], \pˌiːˌeɪˈɛf ˈasɪðə], \p_ˌiː__ˌeɪ_ˈɛ_f ˈa_s_ɪ_ð_ə]\
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A phospholipid derivative formed by platelets, basophils, neutrophils, monocytes, and macrophages. It is a potent platelet aggregating agent and inducer of systemic anaphylactic symptoms, including hypotension, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, and bronchoconstriction.
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Snake's-head
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