Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF)

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Which of the following is the primary function of cerebral spinal fluid (CSF)?

To protect the brain and spinal cord from injury

What is the normal physical appearance of CSF?

Clear and colorless

Which of the following can cause CSF to appear colored or cloudy?

All of the above

What is the purpose of a lumbar puncture?

To collect cerebral spinal fluid (CSF)

What is a hemocytometer used for?

Manual cell counts from suspensions like CSF

What was the early hematology analyzer based on?

Coulter's Principle

Which of the following is NOT included in a complete blood count (CBC)?

Plasma glucose levels

What is the main purpose of a hematology analyzer?

Count and identify blood cells at high speed with accuracy

What did early laboratory technicians use to count individual blood cells?

Microscope

Which technique was NOT encompassed by the evolution of hematology analyzers?

Spectrophotometry

Test your knowledge about Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF) with this quiz! Learn about its functions, composition, and its role in diagnosing diseases and infections in the central nervous system.

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