2021AM: Case Studies in Hematology. Those Tricky Platelets: What’s ‘In’ for Thrombocytopenia Diagnosis? (CE: 1.0)

Session Overview:

If you ever find yourself struggling over reporting an accurate platelet count, this session is for you! Sticky, tricky platelets can be a real problem for techs, yet accurate reporting is critical for patient diagnosis and treatment. When platelet clumps are suspected, how can you tell a spurious result from a true platelet clumping problem? An overview of platelet function, counting methods and various causes of thrombocytopenia will be presented. Case Studies will be used to demonstrate important concepts.

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize abnormal and spurious platelet results and how to troubleshoot them.
  • Define and List causes of thrombocytopenia.
  • Identify the use of platelet parameters in the differential diagnosis of thrombocytopenia.

Additional Information

Author(s)Becky Socha, MS, MLS(ASCP), BB(ASCP)
Relevant CertificationsMedical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)
Molecular Diagnostics Technologist (MDT) Phlebotomy Technician (RPT)
Certified Laboratory Consultant (CLC)
Launch Date2021
Enrollment Expiration180 days after purchase
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Course Start Date: 
09/01/2025
Course End Date: 
12/31/2099
Cost:
$15.00
Rating: 
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Available Credit

  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Price

Cost:
$15.00
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Additional Details:

  • Quiz Attempts: 5
  • Passing Score: 80%
  • Enrollment Expiration: 180 days after purchase

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