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Class of blood cells that clump together to prevent bleeding
Platelets
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Step of the process where results are verified and sent to the care provider
Postanalytical
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Step of the process where the testing of specimens occur
Analytical
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Type of white cell that performs phagocytosis and produces cytokines
Monocytes
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Type of white cell that is involved in the inflammatory response and releases histamine
Basophils
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Class of blood cells that use hemoglobin to carry oxygen throughout the body
Red blood cells
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Type of white cell that produces antibodies and regulates immune responses
Lymphocytes
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The study of the physiology of blood
Hematology
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Step of the process where specimens are collected
Preanalytical
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Common test used to analyze red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets
Complete blood count
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Class of blood cells that fight infection and foreign invaders
White blood cells
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Type of white cell that combats parasites and are found in allergic reactions
Eosinophils
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Type of white cell that engulfs bacteria and cellular debris
Neutrophils