Platelet Counts and Bleeding Disorders
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Which of the following is NOT a function of platelets?

  • Producing red blood cells (correct)
  • Assisting in diagnosing bleeding disorders
  • Promoting hemostasis
  • Maintaining capillary integrity

    • What is the normal range for platelet counts in the blood?

  • 150,000-450,000/ uL (correct)
  • 50,000-100,000/ uL
  • 500,000-1,000,000/ uL
  • 100,000-250,000/ uL

    • Which part of the platelet is granular and located centrally?

  • Chromomere (correct)
  • Nucleus
  • Hyalomere
  • Cytoplasm

    • Which of the following conditions can cause an increased platelet count?

    <p>Polycythemia vera</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of platelets?

    <p>Maintaining capillary integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the platelet surrounds the chromomere and is non-granular?

    <p>Hyalomere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the condition characterized by a decreased platelet count?

    <p>Thrombocytopenia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can whole blood be diluted for platelet count measurement?

    <p>Using Rees-Ecker fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

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