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==Cell Size== | ==Cell Size== | ||
In the quiescent state, PLT have a discoid shape, measuring 2.0 to 5.0 um in diameter, 0.5 um in thickness and having a cell volume of 6 to 10 femtoliters. Β | In the quiescent state, PLT have a discoid shape, measuring 2.0 to 5.0 um in diameter, 0.5 um in thickness and having a cell volume of 6 to 10 femtoliters. [1] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
# White JG (2007) Platelets 2nd Edition, Academic Press, Burlington. [[White 2007 Platelets]] | # White JG (2007) Platelets 2nd Edition, Academic Press, Burlington. [[White 2007 Platelets]] |
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Description
Platelets or Thrombocytes (PLT) are cell fragments derived from megakaryocytes with hemostatic function in the blood stream. PLT are anucleated but contain functioning mitochondria that play a critical role in PLT activation.
Abbreviation: PLT
Reference: Garcia-Souza 2014 Int J Biochem Cell Biol
Cell Size
In the quiescent state, PLT have a discoid shape, measuring 2.0 to 5.0 um in diameter, 0.5 um in thickness and having a cell volume of 6 to 10 femtoliters. [1]
References
- White JG (2007) Platelets 2nd Edition, Academic Press, Burlington. White 2007 Platelets