16 Questions
What total time range is considered normal for a bleeding time (BT) test?
(2 – 6) min
What is the depth of the prick made during the Duke method for a bleeding time test?
3-4 mm
Which requirement is NOT specifically mentioned for the Duke method?
Blood pressure cuff
Which method involves using a blood pressure cuff during the bleeding time test?
Ivy Method
Which advantage is associated with the Duke method of measuring bleeding time?
Uses minimal equipment
What is the primary principle of the bleeding time test?
Determines platelet function
What is one disadvantage mentioned for the Duke method?
Difficult to standardize the wound
In the Duke method, how often should blood drops be wiped with filter paper?
Every 30 seconds
What is the correct sequence of steps in the mechanism of hemostasis?
Vascular constriction, Platelet plug formation, Blood coagulation
What condition is described by a platelet count higher than 450,000 platelets per microliter of blood?
Thrombocytosis
What type of thrombocytosis occurs as a reactive process to conditions like infection or inflammation?
Secondary thrombocytosis
Which condition is a cause of thrombocytopenia?
Hepatitis C
What is the normal range of platelet count in each microliter of blood?
150,000–450,000
Which blood cell formation process is described by the term 'hematopoiesis'?
The formation of all types of blood cells
What is the primary function of hemostasis?
To prevent and stop bleeding
Which of the following is a cause of thrombocytosis?
Iron deficiency anemia
This quiz covers the topic of hemostasis, the process of preventing and stopping bleeding, and its relevance to human physiology. It includes the role of platelets and hematopoiesis in blood cell formation.
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