Quizlet Diagnostic Procedures Relating to Blood

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  1. bleeding time: test to measure the amount of time it takes for blood to coagulate
  2. blood culture & sensitivity: Sample of blood ins incubated in the lab to check for bacterial growth.
  3. bone marrow aspiration: Sample of bone marrow is removed by aspiration with a needle and and examined for diseases such as leukemia or aplastic anemia
  4. complete blood count (CBC): Blood test that consists of 5 tests.
  5. erythrocyte sedimentation: Blood test to determine the rate at which mature red blood cells settle out of the blood after the addition of an anticoagulent
  6. hematocrit: blood test to determine the amount of red blood cells within the volume of blood
  7. phlebotomy: incision into a vein in order to remove blood for a diagnostic test.
  8. platelet count: blood test to determine the amount of platelets in a given volume of blood
  9. prothrombin time: A measure of the blood's coagulation abilities by measuring how long it takes for aclot to form after prothrombin has been activated
  10. red blood cell count (RBC): blood test to determine the amount of erythrocytes in a volume of blood
  11. red blood cell morphology: Examination of a specimen of blood for abnormalities in the shape of the erythrocytes
  12. sequential multiple analyzer computer: Machine for doing multiple blood chemistry tests automatically
  13. White blood cell count (WBC): Blood test to measure the # of leukocytes in a volume of blood.
  14. White blood cell differential: blood test to determine the number of each variety of leukocytes.