Platelet

/plˈe‍ɪtlət/

/ˈpɫeɪtɫət/

[noun]

Platelet

[NOUN]

a small, cell-like structure in the blood that helps in clotting and preventing excessive bleeding

synonyms : blood platelet

thrombocyte

What is a "platelet"?

A platelet, or thrombocyte, is a small, disk-shaped blood cell that plays a crucial role in blood clotting. It circulates in the bloodstream and responds to blood vessel injury by adhering to the site and forming a plug to prevent excessive bleeding. Platelets also release various substances that facilitate the clotting process and promote the healing of damaged blood vessels.

Examples

1. Yeah, the glass platelets.

2. And platelets are just broken down bits of old red blood cell.

3. Platelets are the cells that clot.

4. The platelets are just looking on.