Which Constitutes a Positive Result with the Acid Phosphatase/tartrate Resistant

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which constitutes a positive result with the acid phosphatase/tartrate resistant stain?

• A) Two or more cells are found with a 4+ activity showing a bluish-black precipitate.
• B) Two or more cells are found with a 4+ activity showing an orange-red precipitate.
• C) >5 cells are found with a 4+ activity showing an orange-red precipitate.
• D) >5 cells are found with a 4+ activity showing a bluish-black precipitate.
• E) None of the above

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