Blood Smear Procedure Flashcards
1
Q
Why do we perform blood smears?
A
For white blood cell differentials
2
Q
What tube is the blood in a blood smear drawn in?
A
EDTA tube (Lavender)
3
Q
When is the blood smear prepared?
A
Within 1 hour of collection
4
Q
Where do you place the blood on the slide?
A
1/2 inch to 1 inch from edge [Just below frosted edge]
5
Q
How do you use the second slide?
A
Place over blood at 30 to 40 degrees and pull off to smear it
