P2Y12 receptor in platelet activation

Author: Kim Soochong   Kunapuli Satya P.  

Publisher: Informa Healthcare

ISSN: 1369-1635

Source: Platelets, Vol.22, Iss.1, 2011-02, pp. : 54-58

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Abstract

ADP plays an important role in hemostasis and thrombosis. The P2Y12 receptor, activated by ADP, plays a central role in platelet activation and thrombus formation. Thus, the P2Y12 receptor has been an effective target for antithrombotic drugs.

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