Platelet Counts and Bleeding Disorders

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Which of the following is NOT a function of platelets?

Producing red blood cells

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

150,000-450,000/ uL

Which part of the platelet is granular and located centrally?

Chromomere

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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