Question

What is another word for platelets?

Answer 1

Blood:

1. Blood is a fluid connective tissue containing plasma, red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), and platelets.
2. It is the primary circulating fluid that aids in the movement of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, hormones, and wastes.

Platelets:

1. They are also called thrombocytes.
2. Platelets can emit a range of chemicals, most of which are involved in blood coagulation and clotting.