Hemostasis

Question 1

what is coagulation?

Answer 1

protein part of the thrombis that is formed during hemostasis. Platelet plug that is formed is NOT coagulation

Question 2

MPV =

Answer 2

mean platelet volume (avg. size of a platelet)

Question 3

thrombocyte

Answer 3

a clot

Question 4

platelet senescence (deterioration with age) is associated with:

Answer 4

increased membrane phosphatidylserine

Question 5

what organ functions as platelet reserve?

Answer 5

spleen. Stores ~20% of body’s platelets

Question 6

platelet metabolism

Answer 6

glucose = major energy source. Also has glycogen stores

Question 7

Do neutrophils have glycogen stores?

Answer 7

Yes. This allows them to go into sites where there isn’t good oxygen supply

Question 8

dense body

Answer 8

a dense granule inside a platelet