An anticoagulant present in blood which prevents activation of prothrombin–
2022
An anticoagulant present in blood which prevents activation of prothrombin–
- A.
Heparin
- B.
Fibrin
- C.
Histamin
- D.
Cytokine
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Correct answer: A
Heparin is a natural anticoagulant present in blood. It prevents blood clotting by inhibiting the conversion of prothrombin into thrombin, thereby preventing the formation of fibrin clots.
Heparin is produced mainly by mast cells and basophils and helps maintain the fluidity of blood inside blood vessels.