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Thrombus 1 Thrombus 1

  • 10x Micrograph
  • Pink is fibrin deposition, red is blood
  • Note inflammatory cells: lymphs, polys, and macrophages
  • At least hours old
Thrombus 2 Thrombus 2

  • Note the lines of Zahn signifying organized thrombus
  • No presence of tumor or bacteria

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