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platelet

Term ID
CL:0000233
Synonyms
  • anucleate thrombocyte
  • blood platelet
  • enucleate thrombocyte
Definition
A non-nucleated disk-shaped cell formed by extrusion from megakaryocytes, found in the blood of all mammals, and mainly involved in blood coagulation. (8)
References
  • BTO:0000132
  • CALOHA:TS-0803
  • FMA:62851
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