Factor V is a single chain glycoprotein involved in the blood coagulation cascade. It is the procofactor of Va which accelerates the conversion of prothrombin to thrombin.
Application
Factor V is a key component in blood coagulation systems, where deficiencies can inhibit thrombin generation and affect hemostasis. It has been used in studies of Coagulopathic bleeding which occurs following injury and is a leading cause of in hospital deaths.
Physical form
Aqueous solution containing 50% (v/v) glycerol
Other Notes
One unit is equivalent to the Factor V activity in 1.0 mL of normal human plasma at pH 7.4 at 37 °C.
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