Platelet aggregation refers to the process in which blood platelets clump together to form a clot. This clumping mechanism helps to stop bleeding and initiate the healing process when there is an injury or cut. Full definition
Sanofi - Aventis v. Apotex Inc., 2013 FCA 186 (35562) Plavix was a drug useful in inhibiting platelet aggregation activity in the blood which was developed, patented, and marketed by the Respondents (collectively, «Sanofi»). (supremeadvocacy.ca)
«Because it decreases platelet aggregation, aspirin is thought to lower the likelihood of forming harmful blood clots like those responsible for heart attacks and strokes.» (sciencedaily.com)
The effects of aspirin and fish oil consumption on lysophosphatidylcholines and lysophosphatidic acids and their correlates with platelet aggregation in adults with diabetes mellitus. (researchmatch.org)