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Blood platelets are also called ________.

A

Leucocytes

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Erythrocytes

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C

Thrombocytes

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Lymphocytes

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Solution

The correct option is C Thrombocytes
White blood cells are also called leucocytes. A lymphocyte is a type of leucocyte.
Red blood cells are also called erythrocytes.
Blood platelets are also called thrombocytes. Their key function is in the clotting of blood.
Hence, option C is correct.

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