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Oct 21, 2026, 17:09
Chipili Ng’onga: Have You Ever Seen a Result That Just Didn’t Make Sense?
Chipili Ng’onga, Biomedical Scientist at Lusaka University Teaching Hospital, shared a post on LinkedIn:
”Have you ever seen a result that just didn’t make sense?
In Haematology, sometimes the analyser gives us a result that makes us stop and think.
- A very low platelet count.
- An unexpected white cell count.
- A haemoglobin result that doesn’t fit the clinical picture.
The easy thing is to validate and move on.
But sometimes, that is exactly when we need to pause.
- Check the sample.
- Look for clots or platelet clumping.
- Review the analyser flags.
- Consider a blood film.
- Repeat or investigate when necessary.
That extra few minutes of critical thinking can prevent an inaccurate result from reaching the patient’s chart.
One of the most important skills in Haematology isn’t just knowing how to operate an analyser — it’s knowing when to question the result.
What is one laboratory lesson that has stayed with you throughout your career?”
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