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Hematology 1
Hematology in Practice - Chapter 15
Question | Answer |
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In performing a platelet estimate at 1000x magnification, the technologist sees an average of 20 platelets per field. How would you interpret this? | Normal |
In performing a platelet estimate at 1000x magnification, the technologist sees an average of 4 platelets per field. How would you interpret this? | Decreased |
In performing a platelet estimate at 1000x magnification, the technologist sees an average of 41 platelets per field. How would you interpret this? | Increased |
When platelets concentrate at the edges and feathered end of a blood smear, it is usually due to: | Poorly made wedge smear |
Irregular clumping of platelets is usually due to: | Inadequate mixing of blood and anticoagulant |
Platelet satellitosis is usually due to: | Abnormal proteins |
The average lifespan of a platelet in a normal adult is: | 7 to 10 days |
Platelets are synthesized in the: | Bone marrow |