The following erythrocyte data were obtained from an EDTA-anticoagulated sample: erythrocyte count = 3.92 × 10₁₂ /L,hemoglobin = 11.4 g/dL,and hematocrit = 34 % (.34 L/L).Calculate the MCHC.

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MCHC (mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration) can be calculated by dividing hemoglobin concentration by hematocrit and multiplying by 100. MCHC = (hemoglobin/hematocrit) × 100. 
Substituting the given values, MCHC = (11.4 g/dL / 0.34 L/L) × 100 = 33.5 g/dL. Therefore, the correct answer is option B.

The Following Erythrocyte Data Were Obtained from an EDTA-Anticoagulated Sample