Platelets come from cells called ________, which are found in red bone marrow.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


megakaryocytes

Platelets come from cells called megakaryocytes in the red bone marrow.

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All of the following statements about the innate immune system are true except

a. Acts within minutes or hours of exposure to an infectious organism b. Includes anatomic and cellular defenses c. Includes humoral and microbiological defenses d. Is adaptive

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In the past, a second degree block meant added delay at the AV junction shown by an elongated PR interval.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Define the term third-party payer and describe the role of the insurance company as the third party in the patient-provider relationship

What will be an ideal response?

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The formation of a blood clot is called ________.

A. diapedesis B. hemolysis C. agglutination D. coagulation E. hemostasis

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