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  • 13/07/2023

How does a hemolyzed specimen affect the test result?

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Dr. Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

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This is because hemoglobin is a liquid protein which dilutes the serum or plasma being tested.

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