Blood Coagulation (Noun)
Meaning
A process in which liquid blood is changed into a semisolid mass (a blood clot).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Blood coagulation is a complex process that involves multiple steps and various components to form a blood clot.
- The doctor explained to the patient that blood coagulation disorders can increase the risk of excessive bleeding or clotting.
- Researchers are studying the molecular mechanisms of blood coagulation to develop new treatments for bleeding disorders.
- Blood coagulation is triggered by the release of chemical signals from damaged blood vessels or tissues.
- The nurse applied pressure to the wound to facilitate blood coagulation and stop the bleeding.