Protein S

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In coagulation, Protein S is "the vitamin k-dependent cofactor of activated Protein C. together with Protein C, it inhibits the action of factors VIIIa and Va. A deficiency in protein s; (Protein S deficiency); can lead to recurrent venous and arterial thrombosis."[1]

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