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Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pathology

Understanding the Discrepancy in Platelet Determination: Exploring Possible Causes for Low Counts from Automated Instruments and Adequate Estimates from Stained Blood Films

A platelet determination was performed on an automated instrument and a very low value was obtained. The platelets appeared adequate when estimated from the stained blood film....

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pathology

Understanding the Mean Reticulocyte Count in Cord Blood of Healthy, Full-Term Newborns: Insights into Hematopoietic System Development

The mean value of a reticulocyte count on specimens of cord blood from healthy, full-term newborns is approximately: The mean value of a reticulocyte count on specimens...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pathology

Factors Leading to Falsely Elevated Hemoglobin Determinations on an Electronic Cell Counter

On an electronic cell counter, hemoglobin determinations may be falsely elevated owing to the presence of: On an electronic cell counter, there are certain factors that may...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pathology

Understanding Acute Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Which of the following is a true statement about acute idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)? Acute idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is a condition characterized by a low platelet...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pathology

Understanding Hereditary Sideroblastic Anemia (HSA): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Which of the following is a congenital nonspherocytic hemolytic anemia in which there are red cell inclusions when blood smears are stained with Prussian blue? The congenital...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pathology

The Importance of Performing a Complete Blood Count (CBC) on a Heparinized Blood Sample: Exploring Key Parameters and their Diagnostic Significance in Open-Heart Surgery

A heparinized blood sample is collected from a patient during open-heart surgery. The surgeon requests a complete blood count on the specimen. The most appropriate course of...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pathology

Understanding the Importance of Clot Dissolution: Assessing the Functionality of the Fibrinolytic System at 37°C

If a clot incubated at 37°C dissolves within 24 hours, which of the following should be suspected? If a clot incubated at 37°C dissolves within 24 hours,...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pathology

Understanding the Genetic Abnormalities and Risk Factors of Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML): Insights for Diagnosis, Prognosis, and Treatment

Which of the following is most closely associated with chronic myelomonocytic leukemia? Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML) is a type of blood cancer that falls under the category...