Analyzer Histograms and Scattergrams

This Medical Laboratory Science lesson in Hematology supports laboratory science learning and laboratory interpretation for medical laboratory students and professionals.

Reading RBC, PLT, and WBC histograms and WBC scattergrams to triage flags and smear review, educational workflow level.

Intermediate30 min read15 sectionsHematology
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Learning Objectives

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Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

Section: Learning Objectives

Each objective below describes a competency you will apply at the bench, not rote definitions in isolation.

  • Describe RBC, PLT, and WBC histogram axes and normal peak patterns
  • Interpret WBC scattergram populations used for differential gating
  • Use graphical output to prioritize smear review