Reticulocyte Flashcards
1
Q
What is a reticulocyte?
A
An immature RBC, newly released into circulation
2
Q
How are reticulocytes stained, since it’s not a standard test/ stain?
A
Stain with cresol-blue
3
Q
What does a reticulocyte look like under the microscope?”
A
Reticular matter within the cell
4
Q
What’s the normal percentage for M/F of total RBC count?
A
Males: 0.5 - 1.5% of total RBC count
Females: 0.5 - 2.5% of total RBC count
5
Q
What’s the equation for the Reticulocyte Index?
A
(Take count) x (Patient’s crib) / (normal crit)
