Platelets can be donated every three days, and the process takes between one and a half and two hours. Donors must be in good health and meet age and weight requirements. Platelets help blood clot and are often given to cancer and organ transplant patients. Donors are not paid. Platelets are donated in much the […]
Platelets prevent excessive bleeding by adhering to exposed endothelial cells and creating a barrier against blood loss. Abnormal platelet function can lead to thrombosis or hemorrhage, and conditions such as thrombocytosis or thrombocytopenia can be treated with medication. Platelets are specialized cells that are important components of blood. The primary function of platelets is to […]
Elevated platelets can indicate reactive thrombocytosis or essential thrombocythemia, which can cause blood clotting or bleeding. Doctors monitor blood chemistry to catch these conditions early. Treatment involves addressing underlying diseases or medications to reduce platelets. Essential thrombocythemia is not curable and can lead to more serious conditions. Elevated platelets usually indicate that a person or […]
