Diluting Blood and Counting Cells

• The method involves diluting blood with a special fluid.
• The dilution fluid is made up of glacial acetic acid and gentian violet or methyl blue.
• A special pipette is used for accurate dilution.
• The pipette has a capillary tube with marks and a bulb containing a glass bead.
• A counting chamber is used for counting cells.
• The chamber has a ruled platform and is made of heavy glass.
• The central area of the platform is engraved with fine lines measuring 1 sq.mm.
• The central square is divided into 16 intermediate squares and each of these is further divided into 16 small squares.
• The small squares have sides whose length is 1/20 mm.
• A special plane coverslip of standard weight and thickness is used.

"Cell Counting Quiz: Test Your Knowledge on Dilution Methods and Counting Chambers" - Do you know how to accurately dilute blood samples for cell counting? Can you identify the components of a counting chamber and its engraved platform? Test your understanding of the pipette and cover slip used in this process. Challenge yourself with our quiz and enhance your knowledge on cell counting techniques.