Factor V Leiden Thrombophilia
- Most Common Genetic Clotting Disorder in Caucasians
- Genetic Point Mutation
- Glutamine Replaces Arginine
- Mutant Factor V
- Resistant to Degradation by Activated Protein C
- Hypercoagulability
- Recurrent DVT (Increased Risk of Thromboembolism)
- Avoid Oral Contraceptives
- Caution During Pregnancy