Description
This Giant Microbes Platelet plush toy is suitable for ages 3 and up. But beware! It poses a choking hazard due to small parts, so it's not for kids under 3. Laughter truly is the best medicine, and this Platelet plush will surely bring smiles. Platelets, also known as thrombocytes, are the tiniest cells in the blood. Under a microscope, they look like little disks. Their main job is to prevent bleeding by forming blood clots. Usually, they slide smoothly along blood vessel walls. But when a wall is damaged, they activate, swell up, stick to the rough area, and form filaments to seal the breach. The typical person has 150,000 to 400,000 platelets in each microliter of blood. Abnormally low or high platelet levels can lead to problems like impaired clotting, bleeding, heart attacks, or strokes. And sometimes, even with normal levels, platelets can malfunction due to various factors. Thankfully, there are medical treatments and platelet transfusions available. This purchase includes one Platelet plush, about 5 inches long.
Using this Platelet plush is simple - just have fun with it! You can cuddle it, use it as a decorative piece, or even play pretend doctor. But always keep in mind the choking hazard warning. Make sure it's out of reach of children under 3. To keep it in good condition, you can gently spot - clean it with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Avoid machine - washing or submerging it in water as this could damage the plush. If it gets a bit flattened, you can fluff it up by gently pulling at the fur.
