Nurses play a pivotal role in the cell counting process, from collecting blood samples to educating patients about their results. Key responsibilities include:
Specimen Collection: Ensuring proper technique to avoid contamination or inaccurate results. Communication: Relaying results to the healthcare team and discussing implications with patients. Monitoring: Observing patients for signs and symptoms related to abnormal cell counts. Education: Teaching patients about the importance of cell counts and how to manage conditions that affect their cell counts.
