Platelet Volume Normally

question 23

Multiple Choice

Platelet volume normally:

• A) Is 15 to 20 fL
• B) Increases as the sample sits in ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA)
• C) Is 5 to 18 fL
• D) Is not reliable on most electronic instruments

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