Factor X (Noun)
Meaning
Coagulation factor that is converted to an enzyme that converts prothrombin to thrombin in a reaction that depends on calcium ions and other coagulation factors.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Factor X is a vitamin K-dependent coagulation factor that plays a critical role in the coagulation cascade.
- The activation of factor X to factor Xa is a crucial step in the intrinsic and extrinsic pathways of blood coagulation.
- In the coagulation cascade, factor X is converted to factor Xa, which then activates prothrombin to thrombin in the presence of calcium ions.
- Factor X deficiency is a rare bleeding disorder that affects the coagulation process and can lead to excessive bleeding.
- The conversion of factor X to factor Xa is accelerated by the presence of tissue factor and other coagulation factors.