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 Platelet Count Summary
859 words, approx. 3 pages A platelet count is a diagnostic test that determines the number of platelets in the patient's blood. Platelets, which are also called thrombocytes, are small disk-shaped blood cells produced in the bone marrow and involved in the process of blood... summary from source:
Platelet Function Disorders Summary
531 words, approx. 2 pagesPlatelets are elements within the bloodstream that recognize and cling to damaged areas inside blood vessels. When they do this, the platelets trigger a series of chemical changes that result in the formation of a blood clot. There are certain... summary from source:
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 Platelet Information
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Platelets, or thrombocytes, are the cells circulating in the blood that are involved in the cellular mechanisms of primary hemostasis leading to the formation of blood clots. Dysfunction or low levels of platelets predisposes to bleeding, while high... 
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 Mayo Clinic Proceedings Platelets in Atherothrombosis
01/01/2006: 7,273 words, approx. 24 pages Atherosclerosis is a diffuse, systemic disease that affects the coronary, cerebral, and peripheral arterial trees. Disruption of atherosclerotic plaques leads to thrombus formation and arterial occlusion. This unpredictable and potentially life-threatening atherothrombotic sequence underlies clinical events such as angina, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attacks,... summary from source:
The Record (Bergen County, NJ) Serving Up Platelets
12/26/1994: 2,064 words, approx. 7 pages BOB GROVES, Staff Writer The Record (Bergen County, NJ) 12-26-1994 SERVING UP PLATELETS -- DONORS SHARE VITAL BLOOD COMPONENT WITH CANCER PATIENTS By BOB GROVES, Staff Writer Date: 12-26-1994, Monday Section: LIFESTYLE Edition: All Editions -- 3 Star, 2 Star P, 2... summary from source:
 AP Features Tainted Blood Contributes to Death
7/27/2006: 326 words, approx. 1 pages A hospital patient died after receiving a unit of blood platelets tainted with E. coli bacteria, the Community Blood Center in Kansas City said. The Food and Drug Administration determined the transfusion, which took place Dec. 21, was a "contributing... summary from source:
AP Features Cancer Drug Usage Expanded
6/15/2006: 260 words, approx. 1 pages A drug already used to fight ovarian and lung cancers received expanded federal approval Thursday as part of a combined treatment for late-stage cervical cancer. The combination of the drug, Hycamtin, and cisplatin is the first drug treatment for women...
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