hematopoietic system
• there is a slight increase in splenic erythropoiesis
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• megakaryocyte numbers are significantly elevated compared to controls
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• platelet counts are 25% of normal
• splenectomy only partially restored platelet cell count
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• platelet half-life is reduced to under 12 hours compared to 57 hours for controls
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homeostasis/metabolism
• platelet half-life is reduced to under 12 hours compared to 57 hours for controls
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