Hematology Quiz
Name:___________________________________ Date:___________________
Instructions: Circle the best answer.
1. What is the purpose of the diluent when performing a CBC on the automated cell counter?
1. a) Acts as a conductive liquid
2. b) Spreads the cells to facilitate cell counting
3. c) Hemolyzes the red blood cells
4. d) Stains the nucleus of the white blood cells
5. e) A and B are true
2. Granular Leukocytes:
1. a) All Have granules in the cytoplasm
2. b) They all are white blood cells
3. c) Generally have a lobed nucleus
4. d) Generally have a kidney shaped nucleus
5. e) A , B, and C are correct
3. The main function of the blood is
1. a) Transportation
2. b) Protection
3. c) Nutrition
4. d) Excretion
5. e) Respiration
4. Plasma makes up what percentage of whole blood
1. a) 40%
2. b) 45%
3. c) 50%
4. d) 55%
5. e) 60%
5. Cells make up what percentage of whole blood
1. a) 40%
2. b) 45%
3. c) 50%
4. d) 55%
5. e) 60%
6. Which statement is not true regarding to ABO blood type
1. a) Type 0 has neither A nor B antigens on the RBCs
2. b) A person has antibodies in the plasma for those antigens not present on the person's
own RBCs
3. c) Type B has A antigens on the RBCs
4. d) Blood type is a hereditary characteristic
5. e) None of the above
7. What term is NOT paired with the correct meaning
1. a) Leukocytosis - increase WBC count
2. b) Thrombus - abnormal blood clot
3. c) Thrombocytopenia - decrease platelet count
4. d) Anemia - increased RBC count
5. e) None of the above