About The Medical Condition Cofactor Protein S

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Cofactor Protein S

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Cofactor Protein S Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Cofactor Protein S?

The vitamin K-dependent cofactor of activated PROTEIN C. Together with protein C, it inhibits the action of factors VIIIa and Va. A deficiency in protein S; (PROTEIN S DEFICIENCY); can lead to recurrent venous and arterial thrombosis.

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