Definition: Heparin is a type of blood thinner used by physicians to thin the blood. This thinning prevents new blood clots from forming, and prevents the enlargement of existing ones.
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From Jose Vega M.D., Ph.D., former About.com Guide
Updated March 10, 2008
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