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What is

urokinase

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Pronunciation: /ˌjərəkəˈneɪz/

urokinase

Definition

An enzyme that is made in the kidney and found in the urine. A form of this enzyme is made in the laboratory and used to dissolve blood clots or to prevent them from forming. Also called u-plasminogen activator, uPA, and urokinase-plasminogen activator.