Get an estimate of the patient’s platelet count by counting the average number of platelets in 10 fields multiplied by 15,000. Please click here if you would like to use our online counter instead.
Principle:
Microscopically counting the average number of platelets seen in 10 oil immersion fields on a blood film and multiplying by 15,000 gives an estimate of platelet count done by automated hematology analyzers in thousands per microliter of whole blood.
Notes:
- Platelets must be counted in 10 different fields under 1000x magnification.
- Platelets must be counted in the thin area of the blood smear. Fields must have good distribution of cells with little to no overlapping cells.
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I’ve used this the other day, and it’s awesome! It’s a great and simple tool! 😎
Glad to be of service 😁