Red Cell Characteristics Related to Color
Question
All of the following statements are true of hypochromic red cells EXCEPT:
Please select the single best answer
Central pallor is increased.
All red cells in the field must be severely affected for MCHC to be decreased.
Hemoglobin concentration is decreased.
MCHC can be used to verify morphology seen in smears.
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