Complete Blood Count (CBC) Platelet Count (PLT) Quiz
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What is the main function of red blood cells (RBC)?

  • Produce antibodies
  • Help in blood clotting
  • Carry oxygen (correct)
  • Fight infection

    • Which component of blood is responsible for fighting infection?

  • White blood cells (WBC) (correct)
  • Red blood cells (RBC)
  • Hemoglobin (Hb)
  • Platelets (PLT)

    • What does Hemoglobin (Hb) do in the blood?

  • Aids in digestion
  • Carries oxygen (correct)
  • Fights infection
  • Helps in blood clotting

    • Which blood component is measured by the term Hematocrit (HCT)?

    <p>Red blood cells (RBC) count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of platelets (PLT) in the blood?

    <p>Help in blood clotting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of blood is responsible for carrying oxygen?

    <p>(RBC) Red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of red blood cells (RBC)?

    <p>Carry oxygen and remove waste from the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of white blood cells (WBC)?

    <p>Fight off infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hemoglobin (Hb) do in red blood cells?

    <p>Carries oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of a complete blood count (CBC) indicates the proportion of red blood cells to plasma in the blood?

    <p>Hematocrit (HCT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might an increase in White Blood Cell Count (WBC) indicate?

    <p>Leukemia or lymphoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible cause of Erythrocytosis?

    <p>Living at higher elevations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a platelet count in a Complete Blood Count (CBC)?

    <p>Identify the cause of excess bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is indicated by thrombocytopenia?

    <p>Low blood platelet count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a CBC, what does Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) measure?

    <p>Size of platelets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done immediately after drawing venous blood for a CBC procedure?

    <p>Invert the tube gently 8-10 times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may cause elevated platelet levels after a splenectomy?

    <p>Thrombocytosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of an increased MPV test in a CBC?

    <p>Increased platelet size</p> Signup and view all the answers

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