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HCHenry

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A platelet histogram can be generated using automated hematology analyzers, where frequency is plotted versus platelet volume. When this histogram is examined, which of the following is true?
 
  a. Distribution is gaussian.
  b. Mean platelet volume (MPV) is 14 fL.
  c. Distribution is log normal with a small population of large platelets.
  d. MPV is 5 fL.

Question 2

Platelet storage pool disorder is a deficiency of:
 
  a. Platelet phospholipids
  b. a-Granules
  c. Platelet lysosomes
  d. b-Granules



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The histogram shows a log-normal distribution of platelet volume, with a skew to the right because of a small population of large platelets. The MPV is 8 to 10 fL.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Platelet storage pool disorder is a deficiency of a-granules, also called dense bodies.




HCHenry

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
:D TYSM


kswal303

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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