Protein C and Protein S
Offered By: Medicosis Perfectionalis via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the crucial roles of Protein C and Protein S in blood coagulation through this informative 12-minute video lecture. Delve into the function of these vitamin K-dependent factors as inhibitors of active factors Va and VIIIa in secondary hemostasis. Learn about their production in the liver, the importance of gamma carboxylation, and their relationship with thrombomodulin. Discover the genetic disorder Factor V Leiden and its impact on hypercoagulability. Gain insights into protein C deficiency, thrombosis, and warfarin-induced skin necrosis. Reinforce your understanding with a quiz at the end of the lecture, making this an essential resource for medical and nursing students studying hematology and coagulation disorders.
Syllabus
Intro
Secondary Hemostasis
Thrombomodulin
Vitamin K Dependent Factors
Mnemonic
Deficiency
Thrombosis
Factor V Leiden
Protein C and sepsis
Warfarininduced skin necrosis
Quiz Time
Outro
Taught by
Medicosis Perfectionalis
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