prostacyclin /prosÂ·taÂ·cyÂ·clin/ (prosâ³tah-siÂ´klin) a prostaglandin, PGI2, synthesized by endothelial cells lining the cardiovascular system; it is a potent vasodilator and inhibitor of platelet aggregation. It is used pharmaceutically as epoprostenol. prostacyclin (prÅsâ²tÉ-sÄ«â²klÄ­n) n. A prostaglandin produced in the walls of blood vessels that acts as a vasodilator and inhibits platelet aggregation. prostacyclin (PGI2) [prosâ²tÉsÄ«â²klin] a prostaglandin. It is a biologically active product of arachidonic acid metabolism in human vascular walls and a potent inhibitor of platelet aggregation.
Peas. Peas are members of the legume family, which also includes a wide variety of beans. One of the main distinctions between peas and beans is that peas tend to grow in vines that require support, whereas most beans grow in self-supporting bushes.Peas also favor cooler climates than beans do.eas. Peas are members of the legume family, which also includes a wide variety of beans. One of the main distinctions between peas and beans is that peas tend to grow in vines that require support, whereas most beans grow in self-supporting bushes.
Black beans are a common example of legumes. Legumes are great sources of fat, protein and carbohydrates. Different varieties contain varying amounts of these nutrients, with beans, nuts, peas and lentils all having unique nutritional profiles.eas. A number of legumes are labeled as peas, including green peas, snow peas, snap peas, split peas and black-eyed peas. Similar to beans, peas contain high concentrations of carbohydrates and protein but little fat.