Registration Information
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Description
Despite advances in automated hematology analyzers, the peripheral blood smear remains an inexpensive and elegant source of information that can have a significant impact on patient care. Peripheral blood smear review is a part of many pathologists’ daily work, but this can be especially challenging when the differential diagnosis includes a red cell membrane abnormality. Recognizing red blood cell membrane abnormalities can help identify inherited conditions and provide clinical pathologic correlation for acquired conditions such as hepatic and renal disease.
This clinical pathology activity is intended for pathologists.
Objectives
After completing this activity, you should be able to:
- Discern true red cell membrane abnormalities from artifacts on peripheral blood smear.
- Describe the pathophysiology of acquired red blood cell membrane abnormalities.
- Describe the molecular basis of inherited red blood cell membrane abnormalities.
Authors/Faculty
Maya P. Fares, MD
Melissa Robin George, DO, FCAP
Related Link
Clinical Pathology Improvement Program
CME Information
Accreditation: The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
CME Category 1: The College of American Pathologists designates this internet enduring material educational activity for a
maximum of 1.25
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Payment Information
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College of American Pathologists
CAP Learning
325 Waukegan Road
Northfield, IL 60093-2750
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Availability
This activity and evaluation are available May 18, 2026, and expire May 17, 2029, at 11:59 PM (CT). Upon completion of the activity your credit will be awarded. Your certificate may be downloaded from your Transcript.
CC: CPIP0505W.2026
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