BKN in Medical Meaning
The BKN meaning in Medical terms is "Bradykinin". There are 1 related meanings of the BKN Medical abbreviation.
BKN on Medical Full Forms
- Bradykinin Bradykinin is an inflammatory mediator. It is a peptide that causes blood vessels to dilate, and therefore causes blood pressure to fall. A class of drugs called ACE inhibitors, which are used to lower blood pressure, increase bradykinin further lowering blood pressure. Bradykinin dilates blood vessels via the release of prostacyclin, nitric oxide, and Endothelium-Derived Hyperpolarizing Factor.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does BKN stand for Medical?
BKN stands for Bradykinin in Medical terms.
What is the shortened form of Bradykinin in Medical?
The short form of "Bradykinin" is BKN for Medical.
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