vWF, adenosine diphosphate (ADP), factor V, and other substances that attract and activate additional platelets. 2 , 3
Platelet aggregation is also augmented by the activation of ADP-bound P2Y 12 receptors located in the platelet membrane. Once activated by ADP, these G-inhibitory protein receptors inhibit adenylyl cyclase and thus promote more platelet aggregation. In addition, P2Y 12 receptor activation antagonizes the action of the antiplatelet eicosanoid prostacyclin, promoting further aggregation. 4
Coagulation is the next stage of hemostasis