Plasminogen

Plasminogen is the inactive, circulating precursor of plasmin, the final product of the fibrinolytic system. Therapy with plasminogen activators results in the generation of plasmin and intended thrombolysis.

Normal range: 70 " “113%.

Interpretation

Decreased In

Congenital: rare reported cases; may result in a predisposition to thrombosis

Acquired: severe DIC, pathologic fibrinolysis, or as the result of thrombolytic therapy, and in liver disease