(biochemistry) A group of leukotrienes released by mast cells during anaphylaxis that induces prolonged bronchoconstriction.
slow-reacting substance of anaphylaxis
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n. (Abbr. SRS-A)
A substance released in anaphylactic shock that produces slower and more prolonged contraction of muscle than does histamine. Also called slow-reacting factor of anaphylaxis.
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| leukotriene |
| Anaphylaxis (immunology) |
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