How to Pronounce Dornase Alfa (Pulmozyme)
DOR-nase AL-fa
IPA: /ˈdɒr.ˈnæsɛ æl.fæ/
Brand name: Pulmozyme
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nase al
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Dornase Alfa is pronounced DOR-nase AL-fa
How do you pronounce Dornase Alfa?
Dornase Alfa is pronounced “DOR-nase AL-fa”. It has 3 syllables: dor ‑ nase al ‑ fa. The stress falls on the first syllable, “dor”.
How many syllables are in Dornase Alfa?
Dornase Alfa has 3 syllables: dor ‑ nase al ‑ fa.
What does Dornase Alfa mean?
Cystic fibrosis
Word Parts
root
DNase
deoxyribonuclease enzyme
suffix
alfa
recombinant form
Common Mispronunciations
Stress is on the first syllable (DOR) — don't shift stress to the middle of the word
Where You'll Encounter This
Cystic fibrosis. Breaks down mucus to improve airway clearance.
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