What substance is a precursor for prostacyclin?

A) von Willebrand factor
B) thromboxane A2
C) thrombin
D) fibrin
E) arachidonic acid


Ans: E) arachidonic acid

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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________ is the most common type of fetal testing

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