Thrombophilia due to activated protein C resistance

Thrombophilia due to activated protein C resistance

Definition

A hemostatic disorder characterized by a poor anticoagulant response to activated protein C (APC). The activated form of Factor V (Factor Va) is more slowly degraded by activated protein C. Factor V Leiden mutation (R506Q) is the most common cause of APC resistance.

Also known as thrombophilia 2 due to activated protein C resistance, thrombophilia due to activated protein C resistance — per MONDO

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