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Peripheral Blood Smear: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

I’ve uploaded 5 images showing the classic morphology of CLL. Swipe through to see the lymphocyte features and characteristic smudge cells.

What is the most challenging feature you find when identifying CLL?

4 days ago | [YT] | 3

Blood CellsID

What is the primary molecular mechanism by which hepcidin restricts the entry of iron into the plasma?

1 week ago | [YT] | 1

Blood CellsID

Which organ is the primary site of hepcidin synthesis and secretion in response to systemic iron levels?

1 week ago | [YT] | 1

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​Hematology Challenge! 🔬 I’ve uploaded three different fields from a recent peripheral blood smear. Based on these images, how would you estimate the platelet count? Let me know your count and your reasoning in the comments!

1 week ago | [YT] | 3

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Definitive hemopoiesis originates from stem cells first observed in which region during development?

3 months ago | [YT] | 1

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In the early weeks of gestation, the yolk sac plays a transient role in which of the following processes?

2 years ago | [YT] | 2