prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase 2

1 Definition of prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase 2

Meaning of prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase 2: An enzyme that speeds up the formation of substances that cause inflammation and pain.

An enzyme that speeds up the formation of substances that cause inflammation and pain. It may also cause tumor cells to grow. Some tumors have high levels of prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase 2 and blocking its activity may reduce tumor growth. Also called COX-2 and cyclooxygenase-2.