Which of the Following Would Inhibit the Activation of Platelets

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would inhibit the activation of platelets or the formation of the platelet plug?

• A) increased amounts of thromboxanes
• B) increased levels of von Willebrand's factor
• C) increased levels of fibrinogen.
• D) aspirin (which inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandins)
• E) All of these would inhibit platelet activation and clot formation.

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