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Another name for platelets is:


A

Leucocytes

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Thrombocytes

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C

Erythrocytes

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D

Platelets

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Solution

The correct option is B

Thrombocytes


The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct answer:

  1. Platelets are also called thrombocytes.
  2. They help in blood coagulation.
  3. Range - 150000 - 350000/mm-3

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

  1. Leukocytes are white blood cells.
  2. They help in immune responses.

Option C:

  1. Erythrocytes are red blood cells.
  2. They are the most abundant cells.

Option D:

Platelets are also called thrombocytes.

Final answer: Another name for platelets is thrombocytes.


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