Platelets and Their Role in Haemostasis
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What is the primary function of thrombocytes?

  • To transport oxygen throughout the body
  • To regulate blood pressure in the body
  • To produce antibodies in the bloodstream
  • To plug blood vessels when there has been damage or trauma (correct)

    • What is the prefix 'thrombo-' related to?

  • Blood circulation
  • Blood pressure
  • The heart
  • Related to clotting (correct)

    • What is haemostasis?

  • The process of increasing blood pressure
  • The process of blood cell formation
  • The process of stopping blood flow (correct)
  • The process of blood clotting

    • What is the meaning of the suffix '-cyte'?

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

    What is the term for the study of blood?

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

    What is the role of thrombocytes in the blood vessels?

    <p>To plug the damaged blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are thrombocytes important in the event of trauma or damage?

    <p>They prevent blood loss by plugging damaged vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of haemostasis?

    <p>Stopping of blood loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prefix 'haemo-' related to?

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

    What is the purpose of thrombocytes in the body?

    <p>To stop blood loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thrombocytes are a type of blood cell involved in the movement of oxygen throughout the body.

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

    The prefix 'thrombo-' is related to respiration.

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

    Haemostasis is the process of removing waste from the blood.

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

    The suffix '-cyte' means 'blood vessel'.

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

    Thrombocytes are only important in the event of minor injuries.

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

    The prefix 'thrombo-' is related to ______.

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

    The suffix '-cyte' means ______.

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

    Thrombocytes are involved in ______ to stop bleeding.

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

    Thrombocytes are important in ______ blood vessels when there has been damage or trauma.

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

    The prefix 'haemo-' is related to the ______.

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

    Match the following terms with their meanings:

    <p>Thrombo- = Related to clotting -cyte = Cell Haemo- = Blood -stasis = Stopping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the prefix or suffix with its corresponding explanation:

    <p>Haemo- = Related to blood Thrombo- = Related to clotting -cyte = Cell -stasis = Stopping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the components with their role in the body:

    <p>Thrombocytes = Important in plugging blood vessels after damage Haemostasis = Process involving stopping blood flow Thrombo- = Related to clotting -cyte = Cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the prefixes/suffixes with their medical significance:

    <p>Haemo- = Related to blood -stasis = Blood flow control Thrombocytes = Help in plugging damaged blood vessels -cyte = Component of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the components with their functions:

    <p>Thrombocytes = Plugging blood vessels after trauma -stasis = Stopping or controlling Haemo- = Blood-related -cyte = Cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of haemostasis?

    <p>To stop haemorrhage from damaged blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of platelets in haemostasis?

    <p>To form a platelet plug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of clotting/coagulation factors in secondary haemostasis?

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

    What is the result of the two steps of haemostasis?

    <p>A stabilized platelet plug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term 'haemostasis' derived from?

    <p>Haemo- meaning blood and -stasis meaning slowing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The two steps of haemostasis occur simultaneously.

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

    The clotting/coagulation factors in secondary haemostasis are produced in the kidneys.

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

    Haemostasis is the process of preventing blood vessel damage.

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

    The primary function of haemostasis is to remove waste from the blood.

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

    Thrombocytes are produced in the liver.

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

    Haemostasis is the process of stopping ______ from damaged blood vessels

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

    The prefix 'haemo-' is related to ______

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

    Primary haemostasis is the formation of a ______ plug

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

    Clotting/coagulation factors in secondary haemostasis are produced in the ______

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

    The two steps of haemostasis are primary haemostasis and ______ haemostasis

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

    Match the step of haemostasis with its description:

    <p>Primary haemostasis = Clotting/coagulation factors from blood stabilize the platelet plug Secondary haemostasis = Formation of a platelet plug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the prefix/suffix with its meaning:

    <p>Haemo- = Relating to blood -Stasis = Slowing or stoppage Hepato- = Relating to the liver -Cyte = Cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the component with its function in haemostasis:

    <p>Platelet plug = Formation in primary haemostasis Clotting factors = Stabilization of platelet plug in secondary haemostasis Red blood cells = Carrying oxygen throughout the body White blood cells = Immune response against infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the term with its correct definition:

    <p>Haemostasis = Slowing or stoppage of blood flow Thrombocytes = Component involved in clotting process Platelet plug = Initial formation to stop bleeding Coagulation factors = Proteins aiding in blood clotting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the prefix/suffix with its medical significance:

    <p>Thrombo- = Related to blood clotting Hepat- = Related to the liver -Gen = Indicates production -Emia = Related to blood condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial response of platelets to damage in a blood vessel?

    <p>Release substances that make them sticky</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the platelet plug formed during primary haemostasis?

    <p>To temporarily stop bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers platelets to become 'activated' during primary haemostasis?

    <p>Adhesion to the exposed inside of the vessel wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the long term fix implied in the text that the platelet plug formed during primary haemostasis is not?

    <p>Complete restoration of the damaged vessel wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of primary haemostasis, what happens to activated thrombocytes as a result of releasing substances that make them sticky?

    <p>Recruitment and adhesion with other thrombocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Platelet Plug is a long-term solution to fix defects in blood vessels.

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

    Damage to a blood vessel leads to the activation of thrombocytes through adhesion.

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

    Activated thrombocytes recruit and adhere to white blood cells in the blood.

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

    Platelet Plug formation occurs throughout the body on a weekly basis.

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

    The primary purpose of a Platelet Plug is to permanently seal defects in blood vessels.

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

    Thrombocyte is another term for ______ cell.

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

    Damage to a blood vessel exposes the ______ of the vessel wall.

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

    The primary function of the platelet plug is to initially ______ the defect in the blood vessel.

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

    Activated thrombocytes release substances that cause them to become ______ to other thrombocytes passing by in the blood.

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

    The platelet plug formed during primary haemostasis is like a ______ that initially plugs the defect but isn't a long-term fix.

    <p>band-aid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the blood component with its role in primary haemostasis:

    <p>Platelet (thrombocyte) = Forms a plug to temporarily stop bleeding White blood cell = Fights infection Red blood cell = Carries oxygen in the blood Plasma = Carries nutrients and waste products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions in the context of primary haemostasis:

    <p>Platelet Plug = Temporary seal to stop bleeding in a blood vessel Adhesion = Process of platelets sticking to the vessel wall Thrombocyte Activation = Release of substances to recruit more platelets Haemostasis = Process of stopping bleeding from damaged blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the prefix/suffix with their medical significance in primary haemostasis:

    <p>Hemo- = Related to blood Thrombo- = Related to blood clotting Cyte- = Related to cells -cyte = Suffix indicating cell type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the step of primary haemostasis with its description:

    <p>Platelet adherence = Sticking of platelets to vessel wall Thrombocyte activation = Release of sticky substances by platelets Platelet plug formation = Temporary sealing of vessel defect Long-term fix = Overall healing process of the vessel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the terms with their primary function in primary haemostasis:

    <p>Platelet Plug = Forms a temporary seal in the blood vessel Adhesion = Allows platelets to stick to each other and the vessel wall Thrombocyte Activation = Recruitment of more platelets to the site of injury Haemostasis = Process of stopping bleeding and initiating healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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