kinin

/ˈkiːnɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance that causes blood vessels to dilate and increase blood flow to the affected area, often resulting in increased pain or swelling, especially a chemical released by the body in response to injury or inflammation.

“The doctor administered a pain-relieving medication that contained a kallikrein-kinin system.”

Synonyms

  • inflammatory mediator
  • vasodilator

Antonyms

  • anti-inflammatory
  • vasoconstrictor