Factor V Leiden

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Factor V Leiden


  • single nucleotide substititution in Factor V
  • prevents cleavage by activated protein C
  • results in tendency to thrombosis
  • 3-5% of healthy individuals
  • 20% of individuals prone to thrombosis

Investigation

  • activated protein C resistance (APCr)
    • APTT does not lengthen in the presence of protein C
 

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