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What is considered a normal platlive level, and what happens when it gets too low?

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Typically...: The platelet count is typically between 150, 000 and 400, 000 per cmm depending upon the lab. Low platelet counts of 50, 000 and below can result in spontaneous development of petechiae (appearance of flat, painless, small red spots on the skin). Platelets are an essential component early in the clotting cascade to aid in the prevention of excessive bleeding.

Answered 5/18/2019

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