Chapter 2 Flashcards
1
Q
How does haemolysis affect CBC/biochemistry?
A
CK, AST, phosphate, TP increased
MCHC increased, PCV decreased
2
Q
How would a clotted sample affect the CBC?
A
Decreased PLT and WBC
3
Q
What are the effects of EDTA contamination on biochemistry?
A
^ - K+
v - Ca++, Mg++, CK, ALKP
4
Q
What are the definitions of accuracy and precision?
A
Accuracy = closeness to true value
Precision = repeatability
