Coagulants and Anticoagulants (2024) Unknown Author

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This text provides a comprehensive overview of blood physiology, defining components (RBC, Hemoglobin) and focusing heavily on the process of hemostasis. It details the intrinsic and extrinsic coagulation cascades (including clotting factor nomenclature I through XIII), mechanisms of action for coagulants (Vitamin K, Fibrinogen), and classifications of anticoagulants (Parenteral, Oral, Direct/Indirect thrombin and Factor Xa inhibitors).