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An event, circumstance, influence, or element that plays a part in bringing about a result. A factor in a case contributes to its causation or outcome. In the area of Negligence law, the factors, or chain of causation, are important in determining whether liability ensues from a particular action done by the defendant. factor n. 1) a salesman who sells in his/her own name on behalf of others, taking a commission for services. 2) something that contributes to the result. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The cells respond by making tissue factor, a protein that helps trigger the clotting of blood. For example, the increased expression of tissue factor (also known as thromboplastin or coagulation factor III) has been described previously during angiogenesis and metastasis [reviewed by Ruf and Mueller (15)]. To create an intravenous drug, Thorpe used a human protein called tissue factor, or TF, that is vital in helping people's blood clot. |
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