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May 2024
30m 22s

Lab Medicine Edition | CBC: Platelets (T...

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HOST: Andy Herber, P.A.-C.

GUEST: Ronald S. Go, M.D.

Join our host, Andy J. Herber, P.A.-C., as he discusses the complete blood count (CBC), which is one of the most ordered laboratory tests in the primary care setting. Providers are frequently tasked with evaluating all aspects of the CBC. A keen understanding of this laboratory test is essential to providing quality care for patients. Ronald S. Go, M.D. returns as a guest to discuss abnormal platelet test results and its implication on patient management.

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