Mastering Blood Film Preparation and Examination

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In this comprehensive video, we will cover everything you need to know about preparing and examining a blood film. We'll start by listing the acceptable specimen sources and collection processes, followed by the techniques for making peripheral blood films. You'll learn how to recognize a well-prepared slide and troubleshoot common problems with poorly prepared films.
We'll then explain the principle, purpose, and basic method of Wright staining of blood films, and identify and troubleshoot problems that cause poorly stained blood films. You'll also learn the proper examination of a peripheral blood film, including selecting the correct area, sequence of examination, and observations to be made at each magnification.
Next, we'll show you how to estimate white blood cell (WBC) counts and platelet counts by applying formulas based on the number of cells observed per field and the magnification of the objective. We'll also explain the effect that platelet satellitosis and clumping may have on automated complete blood count (CBC) results and how to recognize these effects.
You'll then learn how to recognize and correct ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid-induced pseudothrombocytopenia and pseudoleukocytosis, and implement a systematic approach to interpretation of CBC data that results in a verbal summary of the numerical data and communicates the blood picture succinctly.
Finally, we'll show you how to calculate absolute WBC differential counts. Whether you're a medical student, healthcare professional, or just interested in the topic, this video is the ultimate guide to mastering blood film preparation and examination. Don't miss it!