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&nbsp;Thrombin is an [[Enzyme|enzyme]] involved in the common pathway of [[Coagulation|coagulation]]. It is responsible for the catalysis of the break-down of [[Fibrinogen|fibrinogen]] into insoluble polymers of fibrin, which can then coagulate to form a clot by intercalating with the platelet plug initially formed at the time of injury. This traps red blood cells in a mesh which helps to seal the injury.&nbsp;<ref>D. Silverthorn (2013) Human Physiology, An Integrated Approach, 6th Edition, USA, Pearson. Chapter 16, Page 561-564</ref>

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