1. form substances that accelerate blood coagulation 2. form platelet plugs in damaged blood vessel walls 3. begin repair of damage to small blood vessels

platelets Flashcards by kylie hopper

produced in

bone marrow from megakaryocytes

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how long do they live

live ab 1-2 weeks & count remains constant on individuals but varies greatly between each person

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3 vital functions

form substances that accelerate blood coagulation
form platelet plugs in damaged blood vessel walls
begin repair of damage to small blood vessels

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