An Instrument Printout Reports a WBC Count of 12 ×

question 8

Multiple Choice

An instrument printout reports a WBC count of 12 × 10⁹/L.The technologist reviews the peripheral blood smear and counts 45 nucleated RBCs.What is the best course of action regarding these findings?

• A)Repeat the instrument count after making a 1:10 dilution
• B)Make a new smear with albumin
• C)Adjust the WBC count for the presence of nRBCs
• D)Warm the specimen

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