Red Cell Characteristics Related to Color

Question

The MCHC value is 39 gm/dl of RBC. Which of the following is the most likely explanation?

Please select the single best answer

Hyperchromic cells present on the smear

Megalocytes are present on the smear

Incorrect anticoagulant used in specimen

Error in hemoglobin or hematocrit

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