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When a blood vessel is damaged, tissue factor and von-Willebrand's factor are exposed, causing platelets to adhere to the area. These platelets are then activated, which causes more platelets to stick and fibrinogen to be converted to fibrin, which makes a solid seal over the damaged area.
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What is the structure of the lymphatic system?
Collect the fluid that leaks from blood and return it to the blood.
What fluid forms lymph?
Lymph is basically the same as the plasma from the blood. Lymph is formed when plasma leaks out of blood vessels into the interstitial space.
When a blood vessel is broken what is the body's first response?
Hemostasis is the name of the response to broken blood vessels. This response occurs when blood ruptures or leaks out of the body's vessels. The body reacts with a vascular plugging effect that clogs the leakage of the blood vessel.
When a blood vessel is broken what is the first body response?
Hemostasis is the name of the response to broken blood vessels. This response occurs when blood ruptures or leaks out of the body's vessels. The body reacts with a vascular plugging effect that clogs the leakage of the blood vessel.
What forms on the skin when blood leaks from broken blood vessels beneath the skin?
A contusion. This characterized by swelling and clotting of the subderal blood. You would probably call it a bruise.
Is there a clutch fluid sealant for clutch fluid leaks?
No. Replacement is necessary.
What tissue repair process causes blistering?
Fluid leaks into the area from blood vessels as a part of the lymphatic system in the inflammatory stage
What system is a network of vein like vessels that return the fluid that leaks out of blood vessels?
This system is called the lymphatic system. It also is involved in the immune system. The cells in this system are mainly white blood cells (WBC).
What material is not use as a sealant?
A material that is not used as a sealant is mesh. Mesh would be inappropriate to use since it does not prevent leaks and is porous. There are other materials, such as fabric, which are also porous.
Is there a spray sealant for air intake leaks?
Not that I've heard of. Replacing the gaskets and inspecting the manifold for warping or cracks is the best way to stop intake vacuum leaks.
What is tire slime?
Slime is a green liquid sealant that you add to the inside of a tire to repair leaks or prevent punctures from leaking.
Do I have to use teflon tape to prevent leaks?
There are a number of sealants available to prevent leaks in pipes. If you don't want to use teflon tape, you can use a liquid sealant which will form a seal as it dries.
