What Prostaglandin Produced in the Endothelium Is a Vasodilator and Potent

question 99

Multiple Choice

What prostaglandin produced in the endothelium is a vasodilator and potent inhibitor of platelet aggregation?

• A) TXA₂
• B) PGG₂
• C) PGI₂
• D) PGH₂
• E) None of the above

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