Scientists discover body's natural alarm to battle blood loss (IMAGE)

University of Virginia Health System

Scientists discover body's natural alarm to battle blood loss

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University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers Stephen Abbott (from left), Daniel Stornetta and George Souza have identified the body's natural alarm for blood loss.

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Courtesy Abbott lab

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