Anaemia: Investigations Flashcards
1
Q
what is immunophenotyping?
A
expression profile of proteins (antigens) on surface of cells
2
Q
describe bio-assays?
A
culture primitive precursor in-vitro and show lineage of progeny in different growth conditions
3
Q
role of automated cell counting
A
counts cells
size
light scattering properties
4
Q
where is a bone marrow biopsy taken from?
A
posterior iliac crest
5
Q
tests to assess marrow response
A
FBC
blood film
reticulocyte count
