THE SCIENCE
FACT 1
Factor V Leiden was identified in the 90s at Leiden University in the Netherlands
Fact 2
Factor V Leiden is a genetic mutation that makes blood clotting more likely by preventing normal breakdown of Factor V, a protein involved in clotting.
Fact 3
This mutation increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), especially in individuals with additional risk factors like pregnancy, surgery, or prolonged immobility.