Blood platelets help in 

Key Points

• Blood platelets, also known as thrombocytes, play a crucial role in the process of blood clotting.
• They help in the formation of a platelet plug at the site of a blood vessel injury.
• Platelets release chemical signals that activate other platelets and help in the formation of a stable blood clot.
• They interact with clotting factors in the blood plasma to form a fibrin mesh that stabilizes the clot.
• The clotting process prevents excessive blood loss and facilitates wound healing.

Additional Information

• Platelet disorders can lead to either excessive bleeding or unwanted blood clotting, both of which can be life-threatening.
• Conditions such as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) can impair the clotting process and lead to severe bleeding.
• Conversely, thrombocytosis (high platelet count) can increase the risk of thrombosis, leading to conditions like stroke or heart attack.