Thrombin activatable fibrinolysis inhibitor (TAFI) plays an important role in hemostasis, functioning as a potent fibrinolysis inhibitor. TAFI gene variations may contribute to plasma TAFI levels and thrombotic risk.
Laboratory of Hematology, Department of Clinical Medicine, School of Medicine of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, 14048-900, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil. rendri@hotmail.com