Oncohematology

Hematology Exercise: Blast Cell Adhesion Membrane Proteins

A laboratory hematology test: which blast cell membrane protein is responsible for their intercellular adhesion? Test your knowledge.

Microphotograph of a blood smear for the blast cell adhesion exercise
Microphotograph of a blood smear for the blast cell adhesion exercise

💡 Exercise from the Closed Club of Laboratory Hematologists. Blasts can demonstrate changes in the ______________ membrane protein and contribute to cell-to-cell adhesion.

Answer options: A. Ankyrins B. Integrins C. Claudins D. Other, I will write in the comments

The first 3 people who answer correctly in the comments will receive an invitation to the closed club. ANSWER TOMORROW!