As the lining of the uterus sloughs away, clotting at the site of the separating blood vessels in the uterus is prevented by the presence of what chemical?
A) Plasminogen
B) Fibrinolysis
C) Luteinizing hormone (LH)
D) Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
A
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High levels of plasminogen in the uterus prevent clotting of the lining as the vessels shear off. Fibrinolysis, LH, and FSH do not contribute to clot prevention.
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