A cell count was performed on a serous fluid specimen. As the fluid was cloudy, a 1:5 dilution was prepared. The counts were: 34 and 32; 5 squares on each side were counted. What is the average cell count per L? Side 1: 34 x 1 x (1/(5x0.1)) x 5 = 340 per µl Side 2: 32 x 1 x (1/(5x0.1)) x 5= 320 per µl
A cell count was performed on a serous fluid specimen. As the fluid was cloudy, a 1:5 dilution was prepared. The counts were: 34 and 32; 5 squares on each side were counted. What is the average cell count per L?
Side 1: 34 x 1 x (1/(5x0.1)) x 5 = 340 per µl
Side 2: 32 x 1 x (1/(5x0.1)) x 5= 320 per µl
The subject is a cell count from a sample of serous fluid that was previously described as hazy. A 1:5 dilution was created to guarantee accuracy in the cell count. Two sides—Side 1 and Side 2—conducted the counting, each determining the presence of cells by counting five squares.
After the count, it was intended to calculate the average cell count per liter (cells/L) using the information gathered. This computation is an essential step in determining the cell concentration in the sample of serous fluid, which is important for many medical and scientific purposes.
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