Acquired Isolated FVII Deficiency: An Underestimated and Potentially Important Laboratory Finding

Conclusions:
Isolated FVII deficiency is a rare defect, which appears to be a finding associated with several morbid conditions, especially sepsis and tumors. This indicates the need for a careful investigation of even a mild prolongation of prothrombin time, especially when fibrinogen and partial thromboplastin time are normal.

Source: Clinical and Applied Thrombosis/Hemostasis - October 6, 2016 Category: Hematology Authors: Girolami, A., Santarossa, C., Cosi, E., Ferrari, S., Lombardi, A. M. Tags: Review Source Type: research