Definition of Blood clots

Reviewed on 6/3/2021

Blood clots: Blood that has been converted from a liquid to a solid state. Also called a thrombus.

The process by which a blood clot forms is termed coagulation. A blood clot, or thrombus, is stationary within a vessel or the heart. If it moves from that location through the bloodstream, it is referred to as an embolus.

Picture of a blood clot is formed

Picture of how red blood cells and platelets form a blood clot

QUESTION

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs in the _______________. See Answer

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