CBC Diagram Terms Quiz

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What does WBC stand for?

White Blood Cell Concentration

White Cell Body Count

White Blood Cell Count (correct)

Whole Blood Cell Count

What does Hbg indicate?

Hemoglobin Count

What does HCT stand for?

Hematocrit

What are Platelets indicated by?

Plt Signup and view all the answers

What does MCV indicate?

Mean Corpuscular Volume, indicates average red blood cell size Signup and view all the answers

What does MCH stand for?

Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Signup and view all the answers

What does MCHC represent?

Mean Corpuscle Hemoglobin Concentration Signup and view all the answers

What is pancytopenia?

Deficiency of all types of blood cells Signup and view all the answers

What does Anemia indicate when hemoglobin is less than 12.5 g/dL for males and 12 g/dL for females?

Hemoglobin < 12.5 g/dL Male, 12 g/dL Female Signup and view all the answers

What does leukopenia refer to?

Low WBC count < 4.0x10^9 /L Signup and view all the answers

What does thrombocytopenia indicate?

Low platelet count < 150x10^9/L Signup and view all the answers

What does hypochromic indicate?

Decreased Hgb Signup and view all the answers

What does normochromic mean?

Normal Hgb Signup and view all the answers

What does hyperchromic indicate?

Increased Hgb Signup and view all the answers

What does microcytic mean?

Smaller than normal RBC Signup and view all the answers

What does normocytic mean?

Normal size RBC Signup and view all the answers

What does macrocytic mean?

Larger than normal RBC Signup and view all the answers

What is polycythemia?

Making extra RBC Signup and view all the answers

What does thrombocytosis indicate?

Abnormally high platelet count > 400,000/mm^3 Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'philia' indicate?

High Signup and view all the answers

What does 'penia' indicate?

Low Signup and view all the answers

What are granulocytes?

Neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

White Blood Cell Count (WBC)

Measures the number of white blood cells in the blood.
Essential for assessing immune function.

Hemoglobin Count (Hbg)

Indicates the amount of hemoglobin in the blood.
Critical for evaluating oxygen transport capacity.

Hematocrit (HCT)

Represents the percentage of blood volume occupied by red blood cells.
Important for diagnosing anemia and other blood disorders.

Platelets (Plt)

Count of platelets in the blood, vital for clotting processes.
Low levels can lead to increased bleeding risk.

Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)

Indicates the average size of red blood cells.
Useful in classifying types of anemia.

Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH)

Represents the average amount of hemoglobin per red blood cell.
Closely related to MCV; can indicate different forms of anemia.

Mean Corpuscle Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC)

Measures the average concentration of hemoglobin in red blood cells.
Assists in identifying types of anemia.

Pancytopenia

A condition characterized by a simultaneous deficiency of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Indicates bone marrow dysfunction or systemic disease.

Anemia

Diagnosed when hemoglobin levels fall below 12.5 g/dL for males and 12 g/dL for females.
Associated with fatigue, weakness, and paleness.

Leukopenia

Defined as a low white blood cell count, specifically < 4.0 x 10^9/L.
Increases the risk of infections.

Thrombocytopenia

Condition where platelet count is below 150 x 10^9/L.
Can lead to abnormal bleeding and bruising.

Hypochromic

Refers to red blood cells with decreased hemoglobin content.
Often associated with iron deficiency anemia.

Normochromic

Describes red blood cells with a normal level of hemoglobin.
Typically seen in healthy individuals without anemia.

Hyperchromic

Indicates increased hemoglobin content in red blood cells.
May be associated with certain types of anemia.

Microcytic

Refers to red blood cells that are smaller than normal.
Commonly linked to iron deficiency or thalassemia.

Normocytic

Describes red blood cells that are of normal size.
Often seen in conditions where anemia is present but red cell production is appropriate.

Macrocytic

Refers to red blood cells that are larger than normal.
Typically associated with vitamin B12 or folate deficiency.

Polycythemia

Condition characterized by an increase in red blood cell mass.
Can result from dehydration or more serious health issues.

Thrombocytosis

Defined as having an abnormally high platelet count, specifically > 400,000/mm^3.
May increase risk of thrombosis.

Philia

A suffix meaning "high," often used in hematological terms to denote increase in cell types.

Penia

A suffix meaning "low," commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a decrease in specific cell types.

Granulocytes

Include neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils.
Play key roles in the immune response and allergic reactions.

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Test your knowledge of common terms used in Complete Blood Count (CBC) tests. This quiz covers important abbreviations and their meanings, including WBC, Hbg, and MCV. Perfect for students and healthcare professionals looking to refresh their terminology.