Prothrombin time (PT) is a test used to evaluate the functionality of which coagulation pathway?

Show Answers

The intrinsic coagulation pathwayThe extrinsic coagulation pathwayThe condition of capillariesBoth intrinsic and extrinsic pathwaysNone of the above

Explanation

Prothrombin time specifically measures the efficiency of the extrinsic pathway of blood coagulation. It does not assess the intrinsic pathway or capillary function.