10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a reason why blood is normally in a liquid state inside blood vessels?
Plasma contains proteins that can be converted to proteases that digest fibrin and lyse blood clots
What is the meaning of the term 'hemostasis'?
The prevention of hemorrhage
Which of the following is NOT a method by which hemostasis can be achieved?
Activation of the intrinsic coagulation pathway
What is the role of thrombolytic pathways in the maintenance of liquid state of blood inside blood vessels?
To prevent the activation of coagulation pathways
What is the significance of the collagen beneath endothelial cells in maintaining the liquid state of blood inside blood vessels?
It prevents the activation of coagulation pathways
True or false: Blood is normally in a liquid state inside blood vessels because it does not come into contact with negatively charged surfaces that activate an intrinsic coagulation pathway?
True
True or false: Blood is normally in a liquid state inside blood vessels because it does not contact tissue factors that activate an extrinsic pathway?
True
True or false: Thrombolytic pathways keep the coagulation pathways in check and prevent blood clot formation?
True
True or false: Hemostasis can be achieved by vasoconstriction, increased tissue pressure, and formation of a platelet plug?
True
True or false: Hemostasis refers to the prevention of hemorrhage?
True
Test your knowledge on blood coagulation and thrombolytic pathways! Learn about the factors that keep blood in a liquid state inside blood vessels and the processes involved in clot formation and dissolution.
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