This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Blood, Subject name: Pathology
Which of the following is absent in cryoprecipitate? 
Select and explain. 
A. vWf, B. Factor XIII, C. Factor VIIIc, D. Protein C
D: Protein C
Answer: D: Protein C 
Explanation: Ans. is 'd' i.e., Protein C * Cryoprecipitate contains fibrinogen, factor VIIIc and vWF, and factor XIII. It is most commonly used in hypofibrinogenemia (e.g. in DIC).* It can also be used in hemophilia A and von-Willebrand disease (but recombinant factor and desmopressin are preferred in these conditions).