Which of the following does not help in clotting of blood?

Heparin

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Prothrombin

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Exposure to O

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Solution

The correct option is D Heparin
Heparin does not help in clotting of blood. Heparin is a naturally occurring anticoagulant produced by basophils and mast cells. Heparin acts as an anticoagulant, preventing the formation of clots and extension of existing clots within the blood.

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