Direct Fibrinolysis: The Plasmin Pathway

The video explains the process of fibrinolysis, focusing on the plasmin pathway. It describes how plasminogen is activated into plasmin, which then degrades fibrin and fibrinogen. The video also covers the formation of fibrinolysis products like D dimers and discusses the regulation of coagulation to maintain cardiovascular health.

Explain the difference between the protein C pathway and the plasmin pathway.

What is the role of plasminogen in the fibrinolysis process?

How do factors like urokinase and tissue plasminogen activator contribute to fibrinolysis?

Describe the activation process of plasminogen into plasmin.

What are D dimers and how are they formed during fibrinolysis?

What are the identifiable products of fibrinolysis and their significance?

What happens to fibrin clots after tissue injury and how is this process regulated?