What is another name for thrombocytes?

Thrombocytes are commonly known as platelets. They play a crucial role in the blood clotting process, helping to stop bleeding by clumping and forming plugs in the blood vessel walls where injuries have occurred. Platelets circulate in the bloodstream and are vital for maintaining hemostasis, the body's process of stopping bleeding and maintaining the integrity of blood vessels.

The other choices refer to different blood components: white blood cells are part of the immune system and help fight infections, red blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body, and plasma cells are a type of white blood cell involved in producing antibodies. Each of these components has distinct functions that do not relate to the function of thrombocytes.