Which of the following is NOT part of the blood smear procedure?
A) keep a constant and even pressure on the spreader slide
B) very small drop of blood
C) keep the spreader slide at a 45 degree angle
D) rinse the slide well after applying the blood drop

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All of the choices except for D are steps involved in the blood smear procedure. After applying the blood drop, it is important to spread the blood evenly and create a feathered edge by keeping a constant and even pressure on the spreader slide at a 45-degree angle. The blood drop used should be very small to prevent overfilling the slide. However, rinsing the slide after applying the blood drop is not part of the procedure as it may disrupt the blood cells and affect the quality of the smear.

Which of the Following Is NOT Part of the Blood