Syllabus · Current · V5 (2025) · Haematological and Immunological System
N1 · Physiology of Haematological System
N1.v · Antithrombotic Mechanisms
Describe the mechanisms of preventing thrombosis including endothelial factors and natural anticoagulants.
Written examination
SAQ history
Haemostasis — Natural Anticoagulants
2 exam appearances
Describe the sequence of haemostatic events following injury to a blood vessel wall until clot stabilisation.
46%
Outline the sequence of haemostatic events after injury to a blood vessel wall (50% of marks). Discuss the role of naturally occurring anticoagulants in preventing clot formation in-vivo (50% of marks).
40%
Oral examination
VIVA history
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2024B · Day 2 · VIVA 8
This VIVA will examine haematological physiology, pharmacology and measurement. Describe the mechanisms that keep a blood clot localized and prevent propagation through the vasculature.
Sources: objective text from the relevant CICM syllabus; historical SAQ and VIVA wording from CICM examiner reports.