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MCL
Blood Cell Atlas
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-Red cells characterized by a central hemoglobinized area surrounded by pallor giving the cell the classic "target", Mexican hat or "bullseye" appearance. -Seen in patients who are jaundiced or in patients with liver disease. -Seen in patients post splenectomy. -Also seen as an artifact with excessive EDTA or slow drying smears. |
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Target Cell : 1000X |
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