PMID: 6163418Jan 1, 1980Paper

The assessment of platelet function in vivo by measurement of beta-thromboglobulin, platelet factor 4 and platelet survival

Artery
C A Ludlam

Abstract

The measurement of platelet lifespan and the plasma concentration of beta-thromboglobulin and platelet factor 4 are potentially useful techniques for assessing platelet function in vivo. Recent clinical and laboratory studies are reviewed.

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