In the Center Square on One Side of a Hemocytometer

question 26

Multiple Choice

In the center square on one side of a hemocytometer, 100 platelets were found; 200 were found in the center square on the other side. Select the best course of action.

• A) Report the count as 150 *10⁹/L.
• B) Verify the count by estimating the platelet number on the blood film.
• C) Recount the hemocytometer on a phase microscope.
• D) Repeat the procedure-the two counts are not close enough.

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