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The most common type of haemophilia results from the congenital absence of which factor?

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Factor II
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Factor V
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Factor VIII
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Factor XI
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Solution

The correct option is C Factor VIII
Haemophilia is caused due to a recessive gene located on X- chromosome. It suppresses the synthesis of factor VIII which is important for blood clotting.

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