商品簡介
Platelets, the essential element of the body's hemostasis system, are also involved in thrombosis. Their life span is limited and they must be continuously manufactured by their precursor, the megakaryocyte. In this first of two volumes, editors Gibbins (U, of Reading), Mahaut-Smith (U. of Cambridge) and their contributors analyze methods of researching platelet and megakaryocyte functions in detail. Topics of platelet functional analysis include aggregometry, secretion, arachidonic acid metabolism, procoagulent response, platelet adhesion under static and flow conditions, flow cytometry, and production of microparticles. Topics for megakaryocyte research include specialize structures, platelet-specific surface receptors, and the increase in ploidy. Annotation c2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
