A patient with a history of recurrent venous thrombosis is found to have a mutation in the gene encoding for factor V, making it resistant to inactivation by activated protein C. What is the name of this condition?

A Protein C deficiency
B Antithrombin III deficiency
C Factor V Leiden thrombophilia ✓
D Prothrombin G20210A mutation

Explanation

Factor V Leiden thrombophilia is a condition characterized by a mutation in the factor V gene that makes it resistant to degradation by activated protein C, leading to an increased risk of venous thrombosis.

Source

Williams Hematology
Hematology Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hard MEDICAL Confidence: high