Heparin, when complexed with antithrombin III, inhibits free thrombin and ... activity and can continue to stimulate the coagulation cascade. [12] Dr. Gulseth has been a paid consultant to Aventis ...

Tests that help to determine accelerated coagulation (suggestive for DIC) include the antithrombin III level, fibrinopeptide A level, prothrombin activation peptides (or fragments [F1 & F2]), and ...