Describe the blood clotting process (thromboplastin release, conversion of prothrombin to thrombin and fibrinogen to fibrin) and its role in cardiovascular disease (CVD). (Activity 1.8)
- Created by: yepitsamanda
- Created on: 29-03-16 18:14
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Blood clotting process:
- When blood comes into contact with collagen, thromboplastin is released from the damaged tissue and platelets.
- This converts Prothrombin into Thrombin.
- Thrombin then converts soluble fibrinogen into…
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