In response to injury, cell fragments called platelets get activated to induce clotting.Activated platelets release factors that can in turn bind to specific membrane receptors on nearby cells.What type of signaling would this be considered?
A)Direct contact
B)Paracrine
C)Endocrine
D)Synaptic

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Paracrine signaling involves the release of signaling molecules by cells that affect nearby target cells, which is the case with activated platelets releasing factors that bind to receptors on nearby cells.

In Response to Injury, Cell Fragments Called Platelets Get Activated