Retikulocytalitet
Retikulocytalitet refers to the measurement of reticulocytes in a blood sample. Reticulocytes are immature red blood cells that are released from the bone marrow into the bloodstream. They are characterized by the presence of residual ribosomal RNA, which gives them a reticular or net-like appearance under a microscope after staining. The process of their maturation into erythrocytes, or mature red blood cells, typically takes about one to two days.
The reticulocyte count is a valuable diagnostic tool used in hematology. It provides important information about
The reticulocyte count is typically expressed as a percentage of the total red blood cell count. Automated