Thrombocyte

Another term for platelet, small, anucleated cell fragments crucial for hemostasis (blood clotting) and wound healing.

Key Functions:

• Initiates blood clotting (hemostasis).
• Forms a platelet plug at sites of vascular injury.
• Releases factors that promote coagulation and wound repair.
• Involved in inflammation.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Platelet (synonymous term)
• Blood (circulates in)
• Coagulation Factors (interacts with)
• Wound Healing (involved in)
• Circulatory System (key for hemostasis)