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*'''Splenic contraction''' which pushes sequestered platelets into the circulation.  This phenomenon is especially marked in '''horses''' which have a muscular splenic capsule.   

*'''Splenic contraction''' which pushes sequestered platelets into the circulation.  This phenomenon is especially marked in '''horses''' which have a muscular splenic capsule.   

*'''Splenectomy''' prevents the sequestration of platelets in the spleen, resulting in consistently increased levels of platelets.

*'''Splenectomy''' prevents the sequestration of platelets in the spleen, resulting in consistently increased levels of platelets.

*As part of a response to [[Anaemia - Introduction|anaemia]] a '''reactive thrombocytosis''' is often documented and this may precede signs of regeneration.

*As part of a response to [[Regenerative and Non-Regenerative Anaemias|anaemia]] a '''reactive thrombocytosis''' is often documented and this may precede signs of regeneration.

Pathological

Pathological