Blood Clotting Study
kit #2
The ability of blood to coagulate prevents excessive bleeding from minor wounds. This process is essential for survival. Using actual samples of students’ blood, students observe the formation of fibrin threads under the microscope, measure clotting times and bleeding times, and observe the effects of calcium on blood clotting. Sterile lancets and alcohol pads are provided.
MICROSCOPES ARE NEEDED BUT NOT PROVIDED.
- The ability blood to coagulate prevents excessive bleeding from minor wounds.
- Coagulation occurs because of the formation of fibrin threads.
- Platelets and calcium are key ingredients needed for coagulation to occur.
Content List in Blood Clotting Study is as follows:
| Quantity | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Teacher’s Guide with MSDS |
| 50 | Student Guides |
| 50 | Capillary tubes |
| 50 | Microscope slides |
| 50 | Red mixing spatulas |
| 50 | Alcohol pads, pre-saturated |
| 1 | Absorbent paper |
| 50 | Lancets, sterile, disposable |
| 1 | Saline-Citrate solution, Bottle |
| 1 | Calcium carbonate solution, Bottle |
- Number of Students
- 50
To complete this kit requires approximately one 50-minute class period.
