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Standard XII
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Coagulation Cascade
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What is the function of thromboplastin? Explain.
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Thromboplastin or thrombokinase is a plasma protein aiding blood coagulation by catalyzing the conversion of prothrombin to thrombin. It is useful in blood coagulation. It is the third blood clotting factor and is also called tissue actor.
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