Asked by mansi tamhane on Jun 19, 2024
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Fibrin
A) A mixture of lipoproteins released from injured tissue
B) Converts prothrombin to thrombin
C) The insoluble protein that forms the network of the clot
D) Needed by the liver to produce prothrombin
E) Fibrin-stabilizing factor
Fibrin
A protein involved in blood clotting, formed from fibrinogen during the clotting process to create a mesh that seals wounds.
Insoluble Protein
Insoluble proteins are a type of protein that do not dissolve in water, often forming structural components of cells or tissues.
Clot
A thick mass of coagulated blood or other material formed in a liquid, as in a wound or within a blood vessel.
- Gain insight into the mechanisms behind blood clotting and the contributions of distinct factors and substances to the coagulation process.
Verified Answer
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Marcela OrtizJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Fibrin is the insoluble protein that forms the meshwork of a blood clot, trapping blood cells and effectively stopping bleeding.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the mechanisms behind blood clotting and the contributions of distinct factors and substances to the coagulation process.