How to Pronounce Heparin (Hep-Lock)
HEP-uh-rin
IPA: /ˈhɛp.ʌ.rɪn/
Brand name: Hep-Lock
HEP
uh
rin
Heparin is pronounced HEP-uh-rin
How do you pronounce Heparin?
Heparin is pronounced “HEP-uh-rin”. It has 3 syllables: hep ‑ uh ‑ rin. The stress falls on the first syllable, “hep”.
How many syllables are in Heparin?
Heparin has 3 syllables: hep ‑ uh ‑ rin.
What does Heparin mean?
Heparin is an injectable anticoagulant used for acute venous thromboembolism, PE, and during cardiac procedures. It activates antithrombin III to inhibit thrombin and factor Xa.
Word Parts
root
hepar-
liver (Greek hepar)
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "heh-PAR-in" — stress on HEP: HEP-uh-rin
Where You'll Encounter This
Acute VTE, ACS, bridge to warfarin
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