Point-Of-Care Testing (POCT) Is Performed as Part of Patient-Focused Care

question 23

True/False

Point-of-care testing (POCT) is performed as part of patient-focused care.

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Definitions:

Collagen

A structural protein found in the connective tissues, such as skin, bones, and tendons, providing strength, elasticity, and support.

Extrinsic Pathway

One of the pathways that initiate the blood coagulation process, triggered by external trauma that causes blood to escape from the vascular system.

Thromboplastin

A complex enzyme that triggers blood coagulation by converting prothrombin to thrombin.

Tissue Factor III

A protein that initiates blood clotting by activating coagulation cascade.