clotting
clot
C0418500 (klŏt)Noun | 1. | clotting - the process of forming semisolid lumps in a liquid |
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释义 | clottingclotC0418500 (klŏt)
clottingclotting[klot´ing]Clotting is one of the natural defense mechanisms of the body when injury occurs. A clot will usually form within 5 minutes after a blood vessel wall has been damaged. The exact process of clotting is not known; however, it is believed that the mechanism is initiated by the platelets, which adhere and aggregate as they come in contact with the injured surface. As they aggregate they release serotonin and other substances from their dense granules. Serotonin causes constriction of the blood vessels and reduction of blood flow. Thromboplastin unites with calcium ions and other substances that promote the formation of fibrin. When examined under a microscope, a clot consists of a mesh of fine threads of fibrin in which are embedded erythrocytes and leukocytes and small amounts of fluid (serum). Twelve factors essential to normal blood clotting have been described; see coagulation factors. At least four platelet factors also exist that have a part in clotting. It is possible for a clot to form within a blood vessel if the inner wall of the vessel has been roughened by injury or disease. Clots may form in conditions such as arteriosclerosis, varicose veins, and thrombophlebitis. An internal clot that remains at the place where it forms is called a thrombus; the general condition is called thrombosis. If the clot (or pieces of it) breaks loose and flows through the blood vessels, it is called an embolus, and the condition is called embolism. Clotting of the blood can be hastened by contact with injured tissue, by warming, by adding such coagulants as calcium, or by combination with thromboplastin and thrombin. The process can be retarded by cooling, by dilution, by adding oxalates and citrates, or by administration of substances such as heparin and dicumarol, called anticoagulants. ![]() clot·ting(kloting)clottingSee BLOOD CLOTTING.Patient discussion about clottingQ. What causes blood clots? My father had a heart attack which was caused by a blood clot. Am I at risk for developing blood clots too? How do I prevent it from happening? Q. How can I prevent blood clots? I am 45 years old and am supposed to go on a business trip overseas. The flight itself is 12 hours long and then I have to continue traveling by bus. Could this cause me to have blood clots? If so, how can I prevent it? Q. very dark blood clots @ first sight of period? At first sight of period, instead of normal rosy spotting it's brownish spotting followed by small clots. clotting
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