INTO TO HEMA LAB TESTS Flashcards
1
Q
The specimen used in the hematology laboratory
A
- anticoagulated
- free of clots/microclots
2
Q
The specimen can be collected through
A
- Routine Venipuncture
- Skin Puncture
3
Q
Anticoagulant of choice in hematology
A
EDTA - Lavander Top
EDTA - Pink Top (alternative)
4
Q
Manual Cell Counts include:
A
- RBC Count
- WBC Count
- Platelet Count
5
Q
Some instances wherein Manual Procedures should be performed
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- the cell count exceeds the linearity of the instrument
- Instruments are non-functionality
- No backup instrument
- On-site/Field testing
6
Q
Main instrument used in Manual cell count
A
- Hematocytometer / Neubauer Counting Chamber
- Light Microscope
7
Q
Neubauer Counting chamber: body fluids
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- Blood
- Peritoneal Fluid
- Pleural Fluid
- Pericardial Fluid
8
Q
Complete Blood Count: Turn-around-time
A
1-2 mins
9
Q
CBC Parameters
A
- RBC count
- Hemoglobin/Hematocrit (H&H)
- WBC Count
- WBC Differential Count
- WBC Absolute Count
- RBC Indices: MCV, MCH, MCHC
- Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW)
- Platelet Indices: Mean Platelet Volume
10
Q
Reference Method of hemoglobin
determination:
A
-Cyanmethemoglobin Method/Hemoglocincyanide Method
Drabkin’s Reagent
11
Q
Main function of hemoglobin
A
- to deliver oxygen to tissues
- to carry carbon dioxide out of tissues
