Wednesday, January 14, 2015

Platelets


Blood smears


Platelets 100x

Platelets are disc-shaped cells circulating in the blood. They are involved in the cellular mechanisms of primary haemostasis leading to the formation of blood clots.

The normal number of platelets in the blood is 150,000 - 400,000 platelets per microliter (mcL). Normal value ranges may vary slightly. Some lab use different measurements or may test different specimens. Talk to your doctor about your test results.

Red Circles: Platelets

Black Arrows: Erythrocyte





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