Haematological Analysis Quiz

What does PCV stand for in haematological analysis?

• Packed Cell Volume

• Plasma Cell Volume

• Protein Cell Volume

• Platelet Cell Volume

Which of the following is an abnormal value indicating low PCV?

• Dilution by IVFT

• Dehydration

• Normal values for a dog

• Normal values for a cat

What colour line do plain microhaematocrit tubes have?

• Blue

• Red

• Green

• Yellow

What is the purpose of heparinised tubes in haematological analysis?

• To prevent blood clotting

• To enhance blood clotting

• To change blood color

• To increase blood volume

What is the Hawksley reader used for?

• Reading off the PCV of the sample

• Measuring blood pressure

• Calculating blood sugar levels

• Determining blood type

What is the purpose of making a blood smear?

• To measure blood pressure

• To examine red and white blood cell morphology

• To test for glucose levels

• To determine blood type

What should the final blood smear look like?

• A straight line

• A thumb print with a feathered edge

• A circle

• A square

What is the most common type of stain used for haematology?

• Gram stain

• Romanowsky stains

• Crystal violet

• Methylene blue

What is the first step in the Leishman's stain procedure?

• Flood the slide with stain

• Put on gloves

• Leave for 2 minutes

• Rinse with water

How long should the slide be left after flooding with Giemsa stain?

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 5 minutes