Which microbial product is used as a clot buster after myocardial infarction?
ACyclosporin A
BStreptokinase
CPenicillin
DCitric acid
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Streptokinase
Streptokinase from Streptococcus, modified using genetic engineering, is used to remove blood clots. Cyclosporin A is an immunosuppressant.
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