COAGULATION FACTOR IV
\kə͡ʊˌaɡjʊlˈe͡ɪʃən fˈaktə ɹˌə͡ʊmən fˈɔː], \kəʊˌaɡjʊlˈeɪʃən fˈaktə ɹˌəʊmən fˈɔː], \k_əʊ_ˌa_ɡ_j_ʊ_l_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n f_ˈa_k_t_ə ɹ_ˌəʊ_m_ə_n_ f_ˈɔː]\
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A basic element found in nearly all organized tissues. It is a member of the alkaline earth family of metals with the atomic symbol Ca, atomic number 20, and atomic weight 40. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and combines with phosphorus to form calcium phosphate in the bones and teeth. It is essential for the normal functioning of nerves and muscles and plays a role in blood coagulation (as factor IV) and in many enzymatic processes.
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