
Deficiency in ADAMTS13 and Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
Specialty: | Hematology Oncology Clinical Laboratory |
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Description: | Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) is associated with formation of microthrombi in the microcirculation. A deficiency in the protein ADAMTS13 has been found in patients with TTP and is believed to be fundamental in its pathogenesis. |
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