Definitions Three Flashcards
1
Q
neutrophils
A
granular wbc that releases digestive enzyme to kill foreign
2
Q
hyperchromia
A
increased hemoglobin in rbcs
3
Q
thalassemia
A
inherited anemia due to deficient hemoglobin synthesis
4
Q
macrocytes
A
enlarged rbcs
5
Q
basophils
A
wbc, releases histamine as allergy/inflammation response
6
Q
pernicious anemia
A
anemia due to hindered vit b12 absorption (lack of intrinsic factor)
7
Q
sodium citrate
A
anticoagulant, light blue
8
Q
sodium heparin
A
anticoagulant, green
9
Q
lithium heparin
A
anticoagulant, green
10
Q
antecubital (ac)
A
pit of the elbow
11
Q
lancet
A
sharp tool used in capillary punctures
12
Q
tourniquet
A
flat rubber band used in phlebotomy to make veins easier to enter
