Which of the following coagulation factors is produced by the endothelial cells lining blood vessels?

A Factor VIII
B Factor IX
C Tissue factor
D Von Willebrand factor
Von Willebrand factor is a protein produced by endothelial cells that plays a crucial role in blood coagulation, particularly in the formation of platelet plugs at sites of vascular injury.
Von Wille = 'Will' to clot
Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease
Hematology Hematology: Blood Components Hematology: Blood Components Hard MEDICAL Confidence: high