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  1. Christmas factor, factor IXnoun

    coagulation factor whose absence is associated with hemophilia B

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  1. christmas factor

    Factor IX (or Christmas factor) (EC 3.4.21.22) is one of the serine proteases of the coagulation system; it belongs to peptidase family S1. Deficiency of this protein causes haemophilia B. It was discovered in 1952 after a young boy named Stephen Christmas was found to be lacking this exact factor, leading to haemophilia.Coagulation factor IX is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.

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  1. christmas factor

    Christmas factor is a protein present in blood plasma that is required for blood coagulation. Also known as Factor IX, its absence or deficiency may lead to Hemophilia B, a disorder that slows the blood's ability to clot. The name "Christmas factor" originated from Stephen Christmas, the first patient discovered to have the deficiency.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of christmas factor in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of christmas factor in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

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