The peripheral smear is a diagnostic test that:
a. assesses the level of hemoglobin.
b. measures antibody production.
c. examines the shape and structure of RBCs.
d. identifies infection.
ANS: C
The peripheral smear allows the study of the size, structure, and shape of RBCs.
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