A platelet is a small colorless cell fragment that has no nucleus of its own. It is produced in the bone marrow and plays a key role in blood coagulation. The normal platelet count level in the blood is about 150-450×109 / L of blood. Platelet disorders may either display an increase or decrease in platelet count. Diseases that exhibit decreased … Continue reading “5+ Quantitative & Qualitative Platelet Disorders”
Blood clot normally forms when platelets clump together and the blood thickens to stop bleeding in response to injury. However, it can also happen when abnormal changes within the blood vessel triggers the blood clotting process resulting to thrombus (solid clump of blood) formation inside the vessel. This can cause damage to body organs especially … Continue reading “10 Essentials on Blood Clots During Pregnancy”
Blood clotting is a helpful normal body process when it occurs for the right reason at the right place. The presence of blood clots is beneficial only when it forms on the surface of damaged blood vessels in response to injury, with the aim to stop bleeding. What Causes Blood Clots in Lungs There are several … Continue reading “10 Signs of Blood Clot in Lung”
Platelets are formed in the bone marrow where it undergoes a long production and maturation process under the influence of natural body minerals and other factors. However, the display of low platelet count in pregnancy can be possible due to alterations brought about by medical conditions. Some of which are discussed herein. If a person develops … Continue reading “10 Reasons Behind Low Platelet Count During Pregnancy”
Blood clotting is a part of hemostasis which is a critical protective mechanism of the body. The activity seals the wounds, stops bleeding, and in the process, initiates the healing course. The mechanism occurs in two phases: Primary and secondary hemostasis. The primary hemostasis serves as a quick plug against the bleeding, minimizing blood loss. The injured … Continue reading “10 Aspects of the Clotting / Coagulation Cascade”
The process of hemostasis is made up of different mechanisms, all with the same objective; to prevent excessive blood loss and promote healing, maintaining an equilibrium. A brief overview on the mechanism of hemostasis in response to disturbance in the vascular endothelium: When the endothelium is ‘provoked,’ it reacts by activating a series of reactions … Continue reading “10 Significant Clotting Factors”
Blood coagulation is a process where circulating elements in the blood system are converted into a gel with insoluble characteristics; to prevent the loss of blood from injured blood vessels, tissues, or organs. The process is made up of two systems. The first system centers on a course that involves the formation of thrombus (a blood clot) … Continue reading “10-Step Process of Blood Coagulation”
