Factor Viii (Noun)
Meaning
A coagulation factor (trade name Hemofil) whose absence is associated with hemophilia A.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Factor VIII is a crucial coagulation factor found in human blood, and its deficiency is a primary cause of hemophilia A.
- People with hemophilia A lack or have low levels of factor VIII, making bleeding difficult to control.
- The treatment for hemophilia A often involves the infusion of recombinant factor VIII to increase the levels of this protein in the blood.
- Hemophilia A is often diagnosed through tests to measure factor VIII levels and check for the presence of inhibitors.
- Recombinant factor VIII products, such as Hemofil, have revolutionized the treatment of hemophilia A, reducing symptoms and improving the quality of life for patients with this condition.
Synonyms
- Antihaemophilic Globulin
- Antihemophilic Factor
- Hemofil
- Antihemophilic Globulin
- Antihaemophilic Factor