Hemophilia A is caused due to deficiency of___________________?
Correct answer: D. Factor VIII
- A. Factor X
- B. Factor XI
- C. Factor IX
- D. Factor VIII
Explanation
Haemophilia A is an X-linked bleeding disorder caused by factor VIII deficiency, whereas factor IX deficiency causes haemophilia B. The intrinsic pathway defect prolongs the activated partial thromboplastin time.
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