Prac: Anaemia Flashcards
1
Q
SEE ONLINE FOR LABELLED SLIDES and ibooks
A
LR+H Prac: ANaemia
2
Q
When should blood smear be made?
A
Fresh
- submit with EDTA sample ready made
3
Q
How should blood smear be dried?
A
- air dry (NO HEAT!)
4
Q
How should slides be stored?
A
Room temperature (otherwise condensation will destroy slide)
5
Q
How should blood be stored?
A
Fridge
6
Q
What 3 components must be looked at ona blood smear?
A
- RBCS
- leucocytes
- platelets
7
Q
Which bit of the blood smear should be assessing?
A
Minilayer (between feathered edge and thick bit)
