Multiple Choice
Which of the following is the cell responsible for producing platelets?
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17. The Blood
Platelets: Hemostasis
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Which of the following is NOT a function of platelets in hemostasis?
A
Forming a temporary plug at the site of blood vessel injury
B
Transporting oxygen to tissues
C
Releasing chemicals that promote blood clotting
D
Contributing to the contraction of blood vessels
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Understand the role of platelets in hemostasis: Platelets are small blood cells that play a crucial role in stopping bleeding by forming clots.
Identify the primary functions of platelets: They form a temporary plug at the site of blood vessel injury, release chemicals that promote blood clotting, and contribute to the contraction of blood vessels.
Recognize that transporting oxygen to tissues is primarily the function of red blood cells, not platelets.
Compare the given options with the known functions of platelets to identify the one that does not match.
Conclude that the function 'Transporting oxygen to tissues' is not associated with platelets, as it is the role of red blood cells.
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