<P> When plasmin breaks down fibrin , a number of soluble parts are produced . These are called fibrin degradation products ( FDPs ) . FDPs compete with thrombin , and thus slow down clot formation by preventing the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin . This effect can be seen in the thrombin clotting time ( TCT ) test , which is prolonged in a person that has active fibrinolysis . </P>
<P> When plasmin breaks down fibrin , a number of soluble parts are produced . These are called fibrin degradation products ( FDPs ) . FDPs compete with thrombin , and thus slow down clot formation by preventing the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin . This effect can be seen in the thrombin clotting time ( TCT ) test , which is prolonged in a person that has active fibrinolysis . </P>
test used to identify the presence of fibrinolysis
test used to identify the presence of fibrinolysis
thrombin clotting time
thrombin clotting time