PLATELET: WHAT IT IS AND WHAT IT IS FOR - DIAGNOSTIC EXAMS

What are the main functions of platelets



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Platelets are small cell fragments derived from a cell produced by the bone marrow, the megakaryocyte. The process of producing megakaryocyte by bone marrow and platelet fragmentation lasts for about 10 days and is regulated by the hormone thrombopoietin, which is produced by the liver and kidneys. Platelets play an essential role in the process of platelet buffer formation, which is essential to avoid large bleeding, so it is important that the amount of circulating platelets in the body is within normal reference values