Hemostasis
Hemostasis is the process that prevents and stops bleeding when a blood vessel is injured. It involves three key steps: blood vessel constriction, the formation of a platelet plug, and the activation of clotting factors that stabilize the clot. First, blood vessels narrow to reduce blood flow. Then, platelets quickly gather at the injury site and stick together to form a temporary seal. Finally, proteins in the blood work together to form a stronger, stable clot. This intricate process is vital for maintaining healthy blood circulation and preventing excessive blood loss.
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Hemostasis is the process your body uses to stop bleeding when you're injured. It involves three main steps: vascular spasm, where blood vessels constrict to reduce blood flow; platelet plug formation, where tiny blood cells called platelets stick to the injury site and each other to form a temporary barrier; and coagulation, where proteins in your blood create a stable blood clot. This process ensures that you don’t lose too much blood and helps in healing. Once the tissue is repaired, the clot is gradually dissolved by the body.