A Substance That Activates Plasminogen Might Be Useful To

Question

A substance that activates plasminogen might be useful to
A) cause clots to form faster.
B) cause clot dissolution to proceed faster.
C) initiate clot formation.
D) recruit platelets to the area.
E) recruit neutrophils to an infection.

Accepted Answer

Plasminogen is converted into the active enzyme plasmin which is responsible for the dissolution of blood clots. Therefore, a substance that activates plasminogen would be useful in causing clot dissolution to proceed faster.