Which Statement About Platelets Is Incorrect

question 138

Multiple Choice

Which statement about platelets is incorrect?

• A)They are produced in the bone marrow.
• B)They form the meshwork of a blood clot in which other cellular elements become entrapped.
• C)They form a plug when they adhere to the exposed collagen of a damaged vessel.
• D)When aggregated, they release thromboxane A2 that promotes secretion of ADP.
• E)When aggregated, they release ADP, which causes the surface of nearby circulating platelets to become sticky so that they also adhere to the enlarging platelet plug.

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Definitions:

Self-Interest

The consideration of one's own advantages or well-being above those of others or the collective.

Vision

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refers to free time spent away from business, work, domestic chores, and education, as well as necessary activities such as eating and sleeping.

Legitimizing Myths

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