MLT 251 - Hematopoiesis: Leukocytes OBJs

Describe each stage of maturation and explain their associated characteristics for the following cell lines:

a) Myelocytic

b) Lymphocytic

c) Monocytic

d) Plasmacytic

e) Megakaryocytic

Explain the function of:

a) Neutrophils

b) Eosinophils

c) Basophils

d) Lymphocytes

e) Plasmacytes

f) Monocytes

g) Platelets

Recognize, differentiate and identify each white blood cell lineage from the blast to the mature stage.

Recall the term used when reporting blasts of any cell line.

Describe the morphology of early cells in the platelet lineage and recall which forms may be seen in the peripheral blood.

Recognize and identify WBC variations and inclusions.

State conditions associated with each of the WBC variations and inclusions.

Recognize the WBC type(s) in which each of the variations and inclusions discussed in this lesson may be observed.

List the terms and criteria used when reporting WBC and platelet morphology.

List the common artifacts that may be encountered while performing a white cell differential and RBC morphology.

Differentiate cells included in a differential from cells that are reported as number seen while performing the differential.

Explain the term platelet satellitism and describe how it may impact the platelet count.

Recall how to resolve platelet satellitism to obtain an accurate platelet count.

Recall the WBC type that may be reported as smudge cells.

Describe the method for reporting NRBCs and recall why this is necessary.