In the drug-induced types, presumably drugs associate with normal proteins on the surface of platelets and modify their structure in such a way that they appear to the immune system as abnormal proteins. The antibodies may be either IgM or IgG type. Veins and arteries vary in size from one patient to another and from one side of the body to the other. Obtaining a blood sample from some people may be more difficult than from others. Stored platelets after blood donation.
Platelets are a very important component of blood.
These tiny particles plug small holes in capillaries and vessels caused by the damage of everyday living. Platelets can be separated from blood and given to individuals who have low platelet counts and are at risk for serious bleeding.