Chapter 19.5, Problem 34AYP

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The difference between extrinsic and intrinsic activation of clotting along with the factor that is activated by both pathways.

Introduction:

Platelets are minute fragments of length. They are also called thrombocytes. They consist of a small amount of cytoplasm surrounded by a plasma membrane. They are roughly disc-shaped. Their cytoplasm also contains actin and myosin that cause contraction of the platelets.