**2.5.2 Live imaging model**

Studies using intravital microscopy have shown that TF bearing MP derived from haemopoietic cells are incorporated into a thrombus. A laser injury model using the cremaster muscle arterioles of the mouse showed that MP participate in thrombosis (Falati*, et al* 2003). Although these studies visualize incorporation of TF bearing MP into the thrombus, it is not yet known if these MP are actually functional.
