One of several hormone-like substances made by the body. Different prostaglandins control blood pressure, contraction of smooth muscles, and other processes within tissues where they are made. Certain prostaglandins are being studied as cancer biomarkers. Also called PG.
( PROS-tuh-GLAN-din )
Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
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