Hemotoxin

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A hemotoxin is a poison that attacks the red blood cells and blood vessels, destroying the circulation.[1] Hemotoxins are toxic to blood in general, and destroy the clotting mechanism. Pit-viper venom is an example of a hemotoxin.

References

  1. ↑ Wile, Dr. Jay L. Exploring Creation With Biology. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1998
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