An abnormality of coagulation related to a decreased concentration of vitamin K-dependent protein S. Protein S is a cofactor of protein C. [ https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0736-9199 ]
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- UMLS:C0242666
- UMLS:C4025284
- SNOMEDCT_US:1563006
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Protein S functions as a cofactor to Protein C in the inactivation of Factors Va and VIIIa in the coagulation pathway. Therefore, a defect in protein S is associated with an increased risk of thrombosis.