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Are vampire mouths carry poison?
no but there saliva carries toxins that stop the blood from clotting
What are 2 animals that can be used as blood thinners?
I know one is a leech- they secrete a compound called lepirudin. It is in their saliva to stop your blood from clotting while they suck your blood- it would kill their meal! We have learned to make synthetic versions of this compound to be used as drugs to stop unwanted clotting.
Function of platlets?
to stop the loss of blood by clotting
What is the blood cell required for blood clotting?
The blood cell that is required for the clotting process is a platelet. Platelets are also known as thrombocytes and their main function is to stop bleeding.
What vitamin can stop blood flow?
I think you're thinking of vit K. It does not stop blood flow, but a lack of it will prevent clotting.
Does alum effectively stop bleeding"?
Yes, alum can effectively stop bleeding by constricting blood vessels and promoting blood clotting.
Scientific name for blood clotting?
The scientific term for blood clotting is hemostasis. It involves a series of complex processes that help to stop bleeding by forming a blood clot at the site of injury.
What is clumped at the site of injury?
Platelets form to stop the bleeding by clotting the blood.
Why does the blood stop clotting in diabetes?
In diabetes, high blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels and interfere with the normal clotting process. Additionally, diabetes can lead to changes in blood composition that affect the clotting mechanism, making it less effective. This increased risk of impaired clotting in diabetes can result in difficulties in stopping bleeding and an increased risk of excessive bleeding.
What is the term for prevention of blood loss?
PREVENT blood loss? Nothing PREVENTS blood loss. Clotting helps stop blood loss.
What is term for prevention of blood loss?
PREVENT blood loss? Nothing PREVENTS blood loss. Clotting helps stop blood loss.
What cells are responible for clotting?
Platelets, also called thrombocytes, are responsible for blood clotting. When a blood vessel is damaged, platelets become activated and form a plug at the site of injury to stop bleeding. They also release chemicals to help in the clotting process.
