The platelet count from the automated cell counter is 80 * 10⁹/L. Platelet satellites around neutrophils are observed on the blood film estimate. A sodium citrate tube is drawn, and the count reads 300 *10⁹/L from the cell counter. What platelet count * 10⁹/L should be reported?

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The platelet count from the automated cell counter is likely inaccurate due to platelet clumping, which is supported by the observation of platelet satellites on the blood film. The count from the sodium citrate tube, which prevents clumping, is more reliable and should be reported. Therefore, the platelet count of 300 F1F1F1S1F1F1F10 10⁹/L from the sodium citrate tube should be reported.

The Platelet Count from the Automated Cell Counter Is 80