Splenomegaly is one of the characteristic signs of an overactive spleen. It can cause platelets to pool inside of your spleen and cause thrombocytopenia. Thrombocytopenia is when you have a low ...

A low platelet count is a condition in which the blood has fewer platelets than normal. Medically known as thrombocytopenia, it occurs when platelet levels drop below 1,50,000 per microlitre of blood, ...

Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD You may need an MPV test if you show symptoms that suggest an issue with your platelet ...