American Journal of Cardiology
Volume 103, Issue 3, Supplement , Pages 20A-26A , 2 February 2009

Methods for the Measurement of Platelet Function

  • Alan D. Michelson, MD

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress for reprints: Alan D. Michelson, MD, Center for Platelet Function Studies, University of Massachusetts Medical School, 55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, Massachusetts 01655

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PII: S0002-9149(08)02029-8

doi: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2008.11.019

American Journal of Cardiology
Volume 103, Issue 3, Supplement , Pages 20A-26A , 2 February 2009