by MH Team | Oct 31, 2023 | Lab Protocols, Platelet Disorders
Introduction The prothrombin time (PT) test is a blood test that measures how long it takes for a blood clot to form. It is one of the most common blood tests performed in the world, and it is used to diagnose and monitor a variety of bleeding and clotting disorders....
by MH Team | Oct 30, 2023 | Lab Protocols, Red Blood Cells
Procedure-at-a-Glance This section provides a quick reference on ESR for lab technicians or students. StepActionCollectionCollect venous blood in a 3.8% sodium citrate tube (4:1 ratio) or EDTA.MixingGently invert the tube 8–10 times.SetupFill the Westergren...
by MH Team | Oct 30, 2023 | Lab Protocols, Red Blood Cells
Procedure-at-a-Glance StepActionPreparationMix equal parts blood and stain (BCB or NMB)Incubation15 – 30 minutesRe-suspensionMix the tubeSmearCreate a thin filmDryingAir dryExaminationOil Immersion (100x) Introduction Brilliant Cresyl Blue also known as BCB and...
by MH Team | Oct 30, 2023 | Lab Protocols, Red Blood Cells
Procedure-at-a-Glance This section provides a quick-reference summary to make a peripheral blood smear for a busy laboratory environment. StepActionKey TipPreparationClean two glass slides with lens paper.Ensure no fingerprints/dust.DispensingPlace 1 small drop of...
by MH Team | Oct 30, 2023 | Lab Protocols, Red Blood Cells
Introduction A Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Differential is a common and fundamental blood test that provides a detailed overview of the different types of cells circulating in the blood. It measures the number, size, and characteristics of Red Blood Cells (RBCs):...
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