The term for a clot that travels to another part of the vascular system is:
A)platelet plug
B)embolism
C)thrombocytopenia
D)thrombus

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An embolism is a clot that travels from its original location to a new location within the vascular system. A platelet plug is the first step in clot formation, not a clot that has already formed. Thrombocytopenia is a condition in which there is a low number of platelets in the blood, which can increase the risk of bleeding. A thrombus is a clot that forms in a blood vessel and does not travel to another location.

The Term for a Clot That Travels to Another Part