Is Factor 2 Vitamin K-Dependent? Unpacking Prothrombin's Nutritional Dependency
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According to the National Institutes of Health, Factor II (prothrombin) is a vitamin K-dependent protein in plasma that is directly involved in blood clotting. So, is factor 2 vitamin K-dependent? The answer is a definitive yes, and understanding this relationship is crucial for comprehending the physiology of blood coagulation and the role of nutrition.
