However, while COX-1 and COX-2 are both located in the blood vessels, stomach and the kidneys, prostaglandin levels are increased by COX-2 in scenarios of inflammation and growth.
Porén, entanto que a COX-1 e COX-2 están ambas as dúas localizadas nos vasos sanguíneos, estómago e riles, a COX-2 incrementa os niveis de prostaglandinas en lugares de inflamación.