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platelets help in conversion of fibrinogen, a soluble plasma protein into insoluble form fibrin. The fibrin threads entangle with red blood cells and other platelets in the are of damaged tissue, ultimately forming a blood clot. When fibrinogen is transformed into fibrin and its fibires separate the underlying matter is called serum.
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∙ 11y agoit helps clot the blood inecrease of and injury by creating a barrier to prevent too much blood flowing from a wound
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What test a screening test to evaluate platelet function and to monitor changes in the blood associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy?
Platelet Count
Which electrolyte is necessary for normal platelet function?
Iron
What causes platelet function disorders?
Platelet function disorders can be inherited, but they may also occur as a symptom of acquired diseases or as a side effect of certain drugs, including aspirin.
What is function thromboxan in blood?
Thromboxane is a potent platelet agregator
What is function of tromoxan in clotting blood?
it helps in platelet agregassion
How serious is platelet function disorder?
The outcome depends on the specific disorder and the severity of its symptoms. Platelet function disorders range from life-threatening conditions to easily treated or little-noticed problems.
What is the best way to prevent platelet function disorder?
Inherited platelet function disorders cannot be prevented except by genetic counseling ; however, some acquired function disorders may be guarded against by avoiding substances that trigger the disorder.
What is a primary homeostasis?
Primary homeostasis includes vascular constriction and platelet plug( aggregate plug) formation in response to bleeding. Mainly vessel function and platelet function are mainly concerned in primary homeostasis.
What does high MPV mean?
MPV is an acronym for mean platelet volume. The MPV is a measurement of the average size of platelets. A high MPV usually means that there is good platelet function.
What are signs of a possible platelet disorder?
Common symptoms of platelet function disorders include bleeding from the nose, mouth, vagina, or anus; pinpoint bruises and purplish patches on the skin; and abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding.
What does an abnormal Platelet function test mean?
Either an infection is active or you have cancer or you have a problem with the bone marrow or you are bleeding
What treatments are used with platelet function disorders?
Some patients may require iron and folate supplements to counteract potential anemia. Platelet transfusions may be necessary to prevent life-threatening hemorrhaging in some cases.
