hemophilia B Flashcards
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Christmas Disease
X linked disease that is the defective gene is located
on the X chromosome
Less severe than Hemophilia A
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Hemophilia B
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joints and muscles.
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Severe hemophilia B
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Specific Blood Test that measures the levels of factor IX in the blood
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Factor IX Assay
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Providers use this test to see how quickly your blood clots
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Prothrombin time (PT) test
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This blood test shows the hemophilia type and severity
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Clotting factor test
5
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to maintain enough clotting factor in their bloodstream to prevent
bleeds
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prophylaxis
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antifibrinolytic, preventing the breakdown of blood
clots. It is often recommended before dental procedures, and to treat nose and
mouth bleeds. It is taken orally, as a tablet or liquid
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Aminocaproic acid
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