CBC Diagram Terms Quiz

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.

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.