Radiofrequency (RF)-2
Factors measured:
Cell volume:
Proportional to change in resistance (current flow)
The change in RF signal as measured by electromagnetic probe measures:
N:C ratio
Conductivity:
Nuclear density
Cytoplasmic granulation
neutrophils
lymphocytes
Allows for a 5-part WBC differential:
monocytes
eosinophils
basophils