List common morphologic changes associated with cytocentrifugation
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
Neutrophils appear hypersegmented.
Necrotic/pyknotic neutrophils can be mistaken for nRBCs.
Lymphocytes appear larger than in PB smears.
Cytoplasmic projections are commonly seen in lymphocytes.
Lymphocytes appear reactive.
Monocytes/macrophages are more readily seen with ingested particles.
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What information is found on the explanation of benefits (EOB)?
What will be an ideal response?
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).