Thrombocytosis: An increased number of platelets in the blood. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Thrombocytosis is available below.
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Increased numbers of platelets in the peripheral blood. (Dorland, 27th ed) - (Source - Diseases Database)
Increase in the number of platelets in the blood which tends to cause clots to form; associated with many neoplasms and chronic infections and other diseases - (Source - WordNet 2.1)
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