In a thrombus, the dark lines of zahn are due to_______________?

Correct answer: D. Aggregated R.B.C

  • A. Coagulated fibrin
  • B. Aggregated proteins
  • C. Aggregated platelets
  • D. Aggregated R.B.C

Explanation

Lines of Zahn are alternating pale platelet-fibrin layers and darker red-cell-rich layers formed in flowing blood. The dark lines are therefore mainly due to aggregated red blood cells.

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