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Morphology of Blood Cells | Blood | Body Fluids | Biology

In this article we will discuss about the morphology of Erythrocytes, Leukocytes and Platelet. Morphology of Erythrocytes (RBC): The erythrocytes are the most numerous blood cells i.e. about 4-6 millions/mm3. They are also called red cells. In man and in all mammals, erythrocytes are devoid of a nucleus and have the shape of a biconcave lens. In the other vertebrates [...]

By H Dhage|2017-06-27T08:56:01+00:00June 27, 2017|Blood Cells|Comments Off

Cross Matching for Blood Transfusion | Blood | Body Fluids | Biology

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 [...]

By H Dhage|2017-06-27T08:56:00+00:00June 27, 2017|Blood Transfusion|Comments Off