Which statements are true regarding the role of the endothelium in clot formation?
a. The surface of the endothelium produces plasma protease inhibitors.
b. Plasma protease inhibitors assist in preventing clot formation.
c. Thrombomodulin is a protein that is converted on the surface of endothelial cells.
d. Protein A binds to thrombomodulin.
e. Activated protein C enhances the adhesion ability of neutrophils.
Answer:
a. The surface of the endothelium produces plasma protease inhibitors.
b. Plasma protease inhibitors assist in preventing clot formation.
c. Thrombomodulin is a protein that is converted on the surface of endothelial cells.
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