A CBC is performed on a polycythemic patient. What must the laboratician do to ensure that this specimen has an optimal blood smear?

a. Increase the angle of the spreader slide
b. Decrease the angle of the spreader slide
c. Not change the angle of the spreader slide
d. Stain with albumin


Correct Answer: B

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