Mesh term Protein S
Browse to parent terms:Blood Coagulation Factor Inhibitors
Blood Proteins
Glycoproteins
Description
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.Search for this term in our Faculty Database
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