The following points highlight the three main methods which should be adopted during bleeding time. The methods are: 1. Finger Tip Method 2. Duke's Method 3. Ivy’s Method. Bleeding time is duration of bleeding form a standard puncture wound on the skin which is a measure of the function of the platelets as well as integrity of the vessel wall. [...]
A well prepared blood smear is necessary for microscopic examination of blood. Blood smears are used to determine leukocyte differentials, to evaluate erythrocyte, platelet and leukocyte morphology, and, if necessary, to estimate platelet and leukocyte counts. Desirable qualities of a blood smear include: i. Sufficient reading area ii. Acceptable morphology within the working area iii. Even distribution of leukocytes Principle: [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning and Purpose of Cross-Matching 2. Phases 3. Procedure. Meaning and Purpose of Cross-Matching: Before the recipient receives blood transfusion, a compatibility test must be run within the laboratory with the donor's red cells and the recipient's serum. This is called major cross matching. The primary purpose of major cross match is [...]