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How can the human body prevent blood clotting in the normal vascular system?
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Blood thinner: Shouldn't have to do anything. Why? Blood thinners (anticoagulants) are the most common drugs used to prevent clotting. It depends, though, on the risk and individual circumstances.
Answered 1/25/2014
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