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The Plasminogen Activity test contains 1 test with 1 biomarker.
The precursor of plasmin is plasminogen, plasmin lyses fibrin clots. Activity is increased in pregnancy and as an acute phase reactant. Rare hereditary deficiency of plasminogen predisposes to venous thrombosis. Low activity is associated with DIC, liver disease, and increased risk of thrombosis.