Platelets (thrombocytes) are colorless blood cells that help blood clot. Platelets stop bleeding by clumping and forming plugs in blood vessel injuries. Low platelet counts are seen in infections like Dengue, bone marrow disorder such as leukemia or an immune system problem and can be a side effect of taking certain medications. It affects both children and adults. High platelet counts usually do not produce any symptoms. They are mainly a reaction to infections or due to some problem in the bone marrow.
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PLATELET COUNT
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+ Free ShippingPlatelets participate in primary hemostasis by forming a platelet plug at sites of vascular injury. Average life span of platelets is 7-10 days. Low platelet count may occur due to decreased production eg. bone marrow failure, increased consumption eg. idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, increased sequestration eg. hypersplenism or a combination of these causes.
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