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85008 Bl smear without diff wbc count

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: blood smear only, smear no diff, morphology review

Blood smear examination without differential white blood cell count; microscopic review for platelet estimate, red blood cell morphology, and general cellular abnormalities.

Clinical Context

Evaluates red blood cell morphology, platelet numbers, and identifies parasites, atypical cells, or other abnormalities when differential count not needed.

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Specialties

Clinical PathologyHematologyParasitology

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