Heparin prevents blood clotting by

A. inhibiting the formation of prothrombin activator and the action of thrombin on fibrinogen.
B. interfering with the formation of thrombin and fibrinogen.
C. depleting the blood of platelets.
D. binding to calcium ions.


Answer: A

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