Why is vitamin K necessary for some coagulation proteins to become functional?
a. Vitamin K activates coagulation zymogens.
b. Vitamin K binds coagulation factors to a phospholipid surface.
c. Vitamin K combines with VWF in the circulation.
d. Vitamin K is required for gamma-carboxylation of glutamic acid residues.
Correct Answer: D
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