21 Questions
In a stained blood smear, which cell type is generally easier to identify compared to white blood cells?
Red Blood Cells (RBCs)
What is the most common stain used for staining blood smears?
Giemsa stain
What parameter does the Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) test measure?
Rate at which red blood cells settle in a blood sample
Which of the following is NOT a specimen commonly analyzed in a Clinical Chemistry Laboratory?
Bone Marrow Aspirate
What is the main purpose of categorizing different types of White Blood Cells (WBCs) in a stained blood smear?
To identify potential abnormalities in immune response
What happens when there is hemolysis in a blood sample collected for analysis?
Rupture of Red Blood Cells releasing cellular contents into the blood
What is the main function of hematocrit in a blood test?
To measure the total volume of blood cells in relation to plasma
In a complete blood count (CBC), which component is NOT typically measured?
Platelet count
What does a higher than normal WBC count usually indicate?
Bacterial infection
What is the average hematocrit level for females?
42%
Which protein is NOT found in plasma according to the text?
Hemoglobin
What is the function of platelets in the blood?
Function to stop bleeding by forming a plug and release coagulation factors
Which type of white blood cell is the rarest?
Basophils
What is the main function of Reticulocytes in the blood?
Determining if RBCs are produced at an accelerated rate
In a Complete Blood Count (CBC), which component is NOT typically measured?
Platelet size
What is the function of Monocytes in the blood?
Transform into macrophages that are phagocytic cells
Which of the following is a factor that affects the quality of a blood smear?
Speed of the procedure when preparing the smear
What does a high WBC count indicate?
High risk of infection or inflammation
What does MCV measure in a Complete Blood Count (CBC)?
Mean size of red blood cells
Which component of a CBC indicates the percentage of red blood cells in blood volume?
Hematocrit (Hct)
What does morphology refer to in the context of a blood smear examination?
Shape and structure of blood cells
Learn about the process of hematopoiesis, which involves the formation of blood cells in the red bone marrow. Understand how all blood cells originate from a common stem cell. Explore the characteristics and functions of erythrocytes and leukocytes in the blood.
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