The correct term for a chemical agent that reduces blood clotting is:
A) antibiotic
B) vaccination
C) anticoagulant
D) antiretroviral
C
Explanation: Coagulate means "to clot." An agent that reduces or is against or opposite of clotting is indicated by the prefix anti-.
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