Lecture aims to provide the ‘missing link’ to using automated haematology analysers in practice. Common machine errors that could lead to misinterpretation will be revealed, and top tips will be given on how to prepare a high quality blood smear that supplements the automated analysis. A systematic, efficient approach to examining a blood smear will be described, which will be beneficial for even those who don’t use automated analysers.
== Summary ==
Lecture aims to provide the ‘missing link’ to using automated haematology analysers in practice. Common machine errors that could lead to misinterpretation will be revealed, and top tips will be given on how to prepare a high quality blood smear that supplements the automated analysis. A systematic, efficient approach to examining a blood smear will be described, which will be beneficial for even those who don’t use automated analysers.