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1
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what is immunophenotyping?

A

expression profile of proteins (antigens) on surface of cells

2
Q

describe bio-assays?

A

culture primitive precursor in-vitro and show lineage of progeny in different growth conditions

3
Q

role of automated cell counting

A

counts cells
size
light scattering properties

4
Q

where is a bone marrow biopsy taken from?

A

posterior iliac crest

5
Q

tests to assess marrow response

A

FBC
blood film
reticulocyte count