Which of the following clotting factors are known as ‘Christmas factor’?

Factor VIII

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Factor XII

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Factor IV

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Factor IX

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The correct option is D
Factor IX

Clotting factors are essential components of coagulation cascade reactions that act in a sequential manner to end in the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin, thereby ensuring the formation of a permanent clot at the sites of injuries. Clotting factor IX is referred to by the name ‘Christmas factor’.

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