Which Substance Binds Strongly to Fibrin and Dissolves Clots That

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which substance binds strongly to fibrin and dissolves clots that have caused heart attacks?

• A)Tissue plasminogen activator
• B)Warfarin
• C)Heparin
• D)Aspirin
• E)Hirudin Tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) binds strongly to fibrin and dissolves clots that have caused heart attacks.It is similar in effect and use to streptokinase.Reteplase and urokinase are forms of tPA.

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