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Coagulation Factors DictionaryA-E | F-J | K-O | P-S | T-Zplatelets: Also called thrombocytes, these are the cell fragments in blood that aid in the process of hemostasis, or the formation of blood clots. prophylaxis: A way to treat blood clotting disorders through a regimen of factor replacement to prevent bleeding incidents before they happen. PTT: Also known as Partial Thromboplastin Time; a test given to patients when they have unexplained bleeding or clotting, and is done simply by taking a blood sample from a vein in the arm. recombinant factor: A lab created form of the natural protein that aids in clotting. This type of factor is considered to be the safest form because it is not made from human material.
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