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bleeding time |
test to measure the amount of time it takes for blood to coagulate |
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blood culture & sensitivity |
Sample of blood ins incubated in the lab to check for bacterial growth. |
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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 |
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complete blood count (CBC) |
Blood test that consists of 5 tests. |
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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 |
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hematocrit |
blood test to determine the amount of red blood cells within the volume of blood |
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phlebotomy |
incision into a vein in order to remove blood for a diagnostic test. |
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platelet count |
blood test to determine the amount of platelets in a given volume of blood |
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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 |
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red blood cell count (RBC) |
blood test to determine the amount of erythrocytes in a volume of blood |
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red blood cell morphology |
Examination of a specimen of blood for abnormalities in the shape of the erythrocytes |
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sequential multiple analyzer computer |
Machine for doing multiple blood chemistry tests automatically |
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White blood cell count (WBC) |
Blood test to measure the # of leukocytes in a volume of blood. |
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White blood cell differential |
blood test to determine the number of each variety of leukocytes. |
