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Blood Coagulation Factors: What Are They?

Blood Coagulation Factors
  • Blood clot formation involves both platelets and the thrombin system which creates fibrin
  • Hemostasis also requires the presence of blood coagulation factors that perform a wide range of important functions, such as stimulating the release of necessary chemicals
  • Reduced levels of blood coagulation factors can cause clotting problems and are often treated with medication or blood transfusions
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Blood Clotting19 Apr 2009Comments (1)