Fibrinogen is a large plasma protein (340 kDa) that plays a central role in:
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Correct answer: The final stage of blood coagulation
Fibrinogen is a soluble precursor synthesized by the liver. During the clotting process, it is cleaved by thrombin to form insoluble fibrin strands that stabilize the blood clot.
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