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Delay in blood coagulation results from________________?

Correct answer: B. Heparin

  • A. Human thrombin
  • B. Heparin
  • C. Ferric chloride
  • D. Vit- K

Explanation

Heparin delays coagulation by enhancing antithrombin activity, which inhibits thrombin and several activated clotting factors. Vitamin K supports production of clotting factors, while thrombin promotes clot formation.

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