Hematology
Clinical/Contact Information:
See the Hematology
Laboratory page of the MGH Laboratory Handbook
The Clinical Hematology Laboratory
provides complete blood counts and white cell differentials
of blood and other body fluids, reticulocyte counts,
as well as measurement of prothrombin time (PT), partial
thromboplastin time (PTT), fibrinogen, D-dimer, and
erythrocyte sedimentation rate. Also offered by special
arrangement is a superstat service for PT and PTT
to areas of critical care. Wright-Giemsa, iron, and
enzyme cytochemical stains in the work-up of leukemias
are provided. Urine specimens are analyzed by dipstick
analysis as well as by a flow cytometry based method
and by microscopy. Interpretation of all test results
is available from a staff pathologist.
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