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[Retention of platelets in newborns (author's transl)]
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Newborn platelet retention is elevated, suggesting normal or enhanced platelet function. This study found no link to hemorrhage symptoms, indicating disturbed thrombocyte function is not the cause.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal physiology
- Hematology
Abstract:
In healthy, 24-72 hour-old newborns, platelet retention is significantly elevated compared to adults. A relationship could not be established between the retention and the erythrocyte count, bilirubin in the serum or the content of energy-rich phosphates in the erythrocytes. The above results indicate that the platelet function in newborns is elevated and/or comparable with the adult norm. The basic cause of the frequent symptoms of hemorrhage during the newborn period cannot be traced back to disturbed thrombocyte function.