Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy & Physiology
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Author: McKinley, Michael P., O'loughlin, Valerie Dean, Bidle, Theresa Stouter
Publisher: Mcgraw Hill Education,
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Chapter 18.3, Problem 16WDL
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The function of platelets and also determine their life span.

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Blood consists of two components - formed elements and plasma. Erythrocytes, leukocytes and platelets are the formed elements of blood.

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