Blood Smears Flashcards
1
Q
What is the ideal size of a drop of blood place on a slide for blood smearing
A
Size of a dime (diameter of 1-2 cm)
2
Q
Portion of blood film near the drop of blood
A
Head
3
Q
Main part of the blood film
A
Body
4
Q
the tapering end of the blood film
A
Tail
5
Q
Length of ideal blood smear
A
2/3 or 3/4 of the slide