ASCP Hematology

Question 1

Which cell type is characterized by a bilobed nucleus connected by a thin strand and is elevated in allergic reactions?

Accepted Answer

Eosinophil

Answer

Neutrophil

Answer

Basophil

Answer

Monocyte

Question 2

A patient with iron deficiency anemia would most likely show which RBC morphology?

Accepted Answer

Microcytosis and hypochromia

Answer

Macrocytosis

Answer

Spherocytosis

Answer

Target cells

Question 3

What is the normal reference range for platelet count in adults?

Accepted Answer

150,000–400,000/µL

Answer

50,000–100,000/µL

Answer

500,000–800,000/µL

Answer

1,000–5,000/µL

Question 4

Which hemoglobin type predominates in adults and consists of two alpha and two beta chains?

Accepted Answer

HbA1

Answer

HbA2

Answer

HbF

Answer

HbS

Question 5

A peripheral blood smear shows hypersegmented neutrophils. This finding is most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Megaloblastic anemia

Answer

Iron deficiency anemia

Answer

Sickle cell anemia

Answer

Aplastic anemia

Question 6

Which test is used to confirm the diagnosis of polycythemia vera by measuring the total red cell mass?

Accepted Answer

Chromium-51 RBC mass study

Answer

ESR

Answer

Hematocrit

Answer

Reticulocyte count