Which of the following is always calculated on cell counters?
a. Hematocrit
b. MCV
c. Mean cell hemoglobin concentration (MCHC)
d. Red count
ANS: C
The MCHC is always a calculated parameter on cell counters. The clinician determines it by dividing the hemoglobin by the hematocrit (which on some instruments is also calculated from the red count and MCV) and multiplying by 100.
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