COVID-19 causes 'hyperactivity' in blood-clotting cells

(University of Utah Health) Changes in blood platelets triggered by COVID-19 could contribute to the onset of heart attacks, strokes, and other serious complications in some patients who have the disease, according to University of Utah Health scientists. The researchers found that inflammatory proteins produced during infection significantly alter the function of platelets, making them " hyperactive " and more prone to form dangerous and potentially deadly blood clots.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news