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Thr

Thr (symbol) means Abbreviation for thrombin, an enzyme in the blood that helps it clot. Example: “The lab report listed the patient's thr levels alongside other clotting factors.”

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Abbreviation for thrombin, an enzyme in the blood that helps it clot.

"The lab report listed the patient's thr levels alongside other clotting factors."

Abbreviation for threonine, one of the amino acids the body needs to build proteins.

"The gene sequence showed a thr at that position instead of the usual amino acid."

How to use Thr

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA short scientific abbreviation with two different meanings — one in blood chemistry, one in biology/genetics — so context tells you which is meant.

Common mistake

Don't confuse the amino acid abbreviation "Thr" with the clotting-related "thr" — check the surrounding text (a gene sequence versus a blood panel).

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Thr” mean?

The word “Thr” means abbreviation for thrombin, an enzyme in the blood that helps it clot. In plain terms, a short scientific abbreviation with two different meanings — one in blood chemistry, one in biology/genetics — so context tells you which is meant.

How do you use “Thr” in a sentence?

Here is “Thr” used in a sentence: “The lab report listed the patient's thr levels alongside other clotting factors.”

What part of speech is “Thr”?

“Thr” is a symbol.

How many meanings does “Thr” have?

“Thr” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: abbreviation for thrombin, an enzyme in the blood that helps it clot.