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Platelets
(PLT)
Platelets (PLT) play a role in coagulation, hemostasis, and thrombus formation. Platelets are the smallest blood cell, damaged vessels send out signals that result in platelets traveling to the area and becoming “active”.
100,000 – 450,000 cells/mcL
What would cause Increased Levels of Platelets?
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