The Intrinsic Pathway of Coagulation Is Activated by the

question 131

Multiple Choice

The intrinsic pathway of coagulation is activated by the

• A)sticking of platelets to damaged tissue.
• B)activation of Factor XII exposed to collagen.
• C)release of tissue factor (Factor III)by damaged endothelium.
• D)release of heparin from the liver.
• E)conversion of prothrombin to thrombin.

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