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GlossaryFibrinogen

protein crucial for blood clot formation

Fibrinogen is a protein found in blood plasma that is essential for blood clotting. When an injury occurs, fibrinogen is converted by the enzyme thrombin into fibrin, which forms a mesh that helps to stop bleeding by creating a stable blood clot.

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research In Vitro Analysis of Hemostatic Efficacy of Fibrinogen Precipitation With Varied Keratin Fraction Compositions

1 citations, June 2023 in “International journal of biological macromolecules”

Human hair proteins can help blood clot when mixed in equal parts.

research Androgenetic Alopecia as an Early Marker of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

5 citations, November 2012 in “The Journal of Urology”

Early hair loss may indicate future prostate issues.

research Immunologic Findings in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

1 citations, July 2012 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online”

CCCA may be caused by both hair traction and an immune response.

research The Effect of Dietary Change on In Vitro Erythrocyte Hemolysis, Skin Lesions, and Alopecia in Common Marmosets (Callithrix Jacchus)

7 citations, January 1991 in “Comparative biochemistry and physiology. A. Comparative physiology”

A diet high in vitamin E improved blood health, skin, and fur in common marmosets.

Insulin Resistance, Nitric Oxide, and Fibrinogen Levels in White Hirsute Women: Defining a New Paradigm Based on Translational Research

research Insulin Resistance, Nitric Oxide, and Fibrinogen Levels in White Hirsute Women: Defining a New Paradigm Based on Translational Research

February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

White hirsute women with PCOS have higher insulin resistance, but similar nitric oxide and fibrinogen levels compared to those with idiopathic hirsutism.

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