During platelet plug formation, platelets begin to stick to
A) collagen with the assistance of von Willebrand factor.
B) collagen with the assistance of prothrombin.
C) prostacyclin with the assistance of activated factor V.
D) prostacyclin with the assistance of thromboxane A2.
E) proconvertin with the assistance of factor IX.

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Platelets adhere to exposed collagen fibers at the site of a blood vessel injury with the help of von Willebrand factor, which acts as a bridge between platelets and collagen.

During Platelet Plug Formation, Platelets Begin to Stick to