An Introduction to the Fundamentals of Coagulation: Overview of Secondary Hemostasis
Question
Which of the following statements is incorrect?
Please select the single best answer
The tissue factor / factor VII complex is part of the intrinsic pathway.
The PT is a test used to assess the extrinsic pathway, while the APTT assesses functionality of the intrinsic pathway.
TFPI is an inhibitor that helps to control coagulation pathway activity.
The coagulation cascade demonstrates a “waterfall” effect, as each factor is activated by the activation of a preceding factor.
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