Protein C

General information:

Protein C is a vitamin K dependent glycoprotein that plays an important role in the regulation of blood clot formation. When damage to a tissue or blood vessel restricts the clotting process at the site of injury. Protein C normally circulates in inactive form and is activated by binding to thrombin (coagulation factor). Its blood level is significantly reduced with the use of indirect anticoagulants such as Warfarin.

Sample required:

Venous blood

Key words:

Protein C, diseases