Platelets are actually not true cells but merely circulating fragments of cells. But even though platelets are merely cell fragments, they contain many structures that are critical to stop bleeding.

Are platelets living or non living?

​It would be most accurate to say that platelets are cell fragments not complete cells themselves. Like red blood cells, they have no nucleus and an unusual shape. … Living cells give off mucus, and mucus has a bunch of organic stuff in it like a cell, but it’s not really alive in itself.

How long does a platelet cell live?

Platelets are small parts of cells. Their main function is to control bleeding. They make up a very small part of your blood (less than 1%). The lifespan of platelets is about 9 to 12 days.