Blood Microscopy is a diagnostic technique that allows a practitioner to look at either live or dry blood through a specialized microscope and see blood forms that are not otherwise revealed by a regular microscope.
Live and Dry blood microscopy originated in Europe in the 1920s and since the 1930's the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston has been using this important diagnostic tool.
Live and Dry blood microscopy helps to assess the health of the patient and is also a powerful educational tool. It provides patients with a picture of their own blood and gives them an incentive to take more responsibility for their well being.
It is used as an early detection tool by identifying health problems well before they start. It also allows the practitioner to monitor the effectiveness of a particular therapy and the progress of the patient. |
