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Redwolflake15

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Platelet clumps would most likely interfere with which other automated parameter?
 
  a. WBC count
  b. RBC
  c. Hemoglobin
  d. Red cell indices

Question 2

Which of the following uses a peroxidase stain channel?
 
  a. Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics ADVIA 2120
  b. Coulter LH750
  c. Sysmex SE-9000
  d. Abbott CELL-DYN 4000


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Large platelet clumps may be counted as WBCs. This results in a falsely decreased platelet count and possibly an increased white cell count.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The ADVIA 2120 uses a peroxidase channel to help differentiate white cells based on their peroxidase content.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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