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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."
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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 notesIn 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.
