Which of the following coagulation disorders is characterized by an imbalance between coagulation and anticoagulation, leading to a prothrombotic state?

A Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
B Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP)
C Protein C deficiency ✓
D Antithrombin III deficiency

Explanation

Protein C deficiency is a coagulation disorder characterized by an imbalance between coagulation and anticoagulation, leading to a prothrombotic state. Protein C is an anticoagulant protein that regulates the coagulation cascade.

Source

Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine
Hematology Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hard MEDICAL Confidence: high