Ch5 Diagnostic Tests and Procedures Flashcards
1
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Apheresis
A
separation of blood components using a special machine in an effort to remove autoantibodies
2
Q
Blood Chemistry Profile (lab test)
A
gives info about heart disease, kidney function, liver function, sugars
3
Q
Coagulation Test (lab test)
A
clotting function test
4
Q
Complete Blood Count (CBC) (lab test)
A
tells how many cells are in the blood
5
Q
Cross-matching (lab test)
A
blood typing
6
Q
Red Blood Cell Morphology
A
microscopic examination of RBCs to determine morphology
7
Q
Serology Test
A
blood test to screen for antigen-antibody reactions… signals presence of disease
