The Following Assays Are Typically Performed on Bone Marrow Specimens

question 6

Essay

The following assays are typically performed on bone marrow specimens. Match each assay with the appropriate specimen type, assuming that both are available.
a. Bone marrow differential
b. M:E ratio
c. Cellularity
d. Assessment of iron stores

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Definitions:

Elastic Fiber

Protein fibers found in the extracellular matrix of connective tissue, giving elasticity and resilience to tissues like skin, lungs, and blood vessels.

Irregular Bone

Bones characterized by their complex shapes, such as vertebrae and certain skull bones, serving various protective and supportive roles.

Short Bone

Type of bones that are as wide as they are long, providing support and stability with little movement.

Flat Bone

Bones that have a flat, thin shape and are often involved in protecting internal organs or providing a large area for muscle attachment.