This factor works with calcium and Christmas factor to enable activation of Stuart factor. It is solely activated by thrombin that originates from platelets and endothelium lining of blood vessels. It is intrinsic in pathway. Anti-hemophilic factor A and globulin are its other designations.
Shock (circulatory) Circulatory shock, commonly known as shock, is a life-threatening medical condition of low blood perfusion to tissues resulting in cellular injury and inadequate tissue function.
Wiktionary (0.00 / 0 votes) Rate this definition: stimulus (Noun). Anything that may have an impact or influence on a system. an economic stimulus. stimulus (Noun). Something external that elicits or influences a physiological or psychological activity or response. stimulus (Noun).