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Definition of Annexin V
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Annexin V: A substance that normally forms a shield around certain phospholipid molecules in the blood, blocking their entry into coagulation (clotting) reactions. Annexin V is thought to be a cause of antiphospholipid syndrome.
