Pseudothrombocytopenia
Pseudothrombocytopenia, caused by EDTA (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid), is a phenomenon of in vitro platelet agglutination. This agglutination is mediated by autoantibodies that recognize platelet antigens modified by EDTA.
Clinical information: 39-year-old female, asymptomatic. Biological information: Blood test: no abnormalities, except for platelets 27 x 10^9/L. Sample type: Peripheral blood. Staining type: Hematoxylin-eosin. Authors: Montero Martín, Laura; López González, Sandra; Vera Guerrero, Elena; Sopeña Corvinos, María. Workplace: Hematology Department, Central Laboratory of the Community of Madrid, San Sebastián de los Reyes.
