Asked by Cassandra Vaughn-Andrews on Jul 23, 2024
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During blood clot formation, the soluble plasma protein ____ is converted to insoluble threads of ____.
A) fibrinogen; fibrin
B) fibrin; fibrinogen
C) fibrinogen; thrombin
D) albumin; fibrin
E) fibrin; albumin
Fibrinogen
A blood plasma protein that's converted into fibrin by thrombin in the blood clotting process, essential for wound healing.
Fibrin
A protein that plays a crucial role in blood clotting, forming a fibrous mesh that impedes the flow of blood.
- Describe the process and components involved in blood clotting.
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Jared MccombsJul 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
During blood clot formation, fibrinogen is converted to insoluble threads of fibrin.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the process and components involved in blood clotting.