AIM: Determination of Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) Principle The ESR is based on the principle of gravity and the aggregation tendency of erythrocytes. In normal blood, erythrocytes have a negative Read More …
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
Category: Pathology – I
Determination of Hemoglobin
AIM: Determination of Hemoglobin Principle of Sahli’s method When blood is added to 0.1 N hydrochloric acid, hemoglobin is converted to brown colored acidhematin. The resulting colour after dilution is Read More …
Laboratory Tests for Assessing Bleeding Disorders
Assessing bleeding disorders involves various laboratory tests to evaluate the hemostatic process. These tests can help determine the nature of the bleeding disorder, whether it is related to platelets, coagulation Read More …
Blood Smear Preparation and Staining
Procedure for Blood Smear Preparation and Staining in Haematological Labs Blood smears are a cornerstone of haematological diagnostics, allowing for the visualization and evaluation of blood cell morphology, identification of Read More …
Hemocytometer and Hemocytometry
Structure of a Hemocytometer A traditional hemocytometer and Hemocytometry consists of a thick glass microscope slide with a grid etched into the surface, featuring two identical chambers. Each chamber is Read More …