Define Homeostasis, Fibrinolysis and Coagulation

Question 1

Define Homeostasis

Answer 1

the state of balance that living systems maintain internally, keeping physical and chemical conditions steady.

It’s the optimal state for an organism to function.

Question 2

Define fibrinolysis

Answer 2

a natural process that breaks down blood clots

Question 3

How fibrinolysis works?

Answer 3

**Plasminogen activators: **Convert plasminogen into plasmin, which breaks down fibrin

Plasminogen activator inhibitors: Prevent plasminogen from being converted into plasmin

Fibrin structure: Thinner fibers and coarser clots break down faster

Question 4

Define Coagulation?

Answer 4

Platelets (a type of blood cell) and proteins in your plasma (the liquid part of blood) work together to stop the bleeding by forming a clot over the injury.