The venom of certain snakes contains substances that activate factors V, IX, and X. Which of the following effects would occur if exposed to human blood?
a) Venom would increase thrombolysis
b) Venom would decrease thrombolysis
c) Venom would increase platelet plug formation
d) Venom would increase coagulation
Answer: d) Venom would increase coagulation
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