Blood Coagulation Process

Blood coagulation is the body’s natural process to stop bleeding when a blood vessel is injured. When a cut occurs, platelets—tiny cell fragments—stick to the injury and form a temporary plug. Simultaneously, a series of proteins in the blood, called clotting factors, activate in a chain reaction, transforming fibrinogen into fibrin, which weaves through the platelet plug to strengthen it. This results in a stable blood clot that prevents further bleeding. Once the vessel heals, the clot is gradually dissolved, restoring normal blood flow. This smart process is crucial for healing and protecting the body.