Select the correct interpretation for the number of eosinophils (EOs) if the white count is 10.0 ´ 109/L and 20% EOs are noted on the manual differential?
a. Relative and absolute eosinophilia
b. Relative and absolute eosinopenia
c. Indirect counts not valid; repeat with EO Unopette and phloxine stain
d. Normal
ANS: A
This patient displays both a relative and absolute increase in EOs.
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