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This is a simple blood test used to assess various blood related abnormalities in red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC) or platelets. In this test blood smear is used to detect various diseases by looking under microscope.
The different cells seen under microscope are-
The above mentioned cells are formed and mature in bone marrow and are then released into blood.
Your health care provider may prescribe this test in following conditions;
The test helps to detect various abnormalities in above mentioned cells such as-
This test is done mostly along with CBC (complete blood count) as combination of these tests is most useful.
The sample for peripheral smear test is taken from the body by inserting a small needle into vein of your arm. A small amount of blood is then collected into a test tube or vial. You may feel little pain due to needle prick. The blood collected is made into a smear on a glass slide and special stains are put on it.