Hayem's solution component and describe the procedure?

Answer 1

Hayem's solution contain Mercuric chloride, sodium sulphate, sodium chloride and distilled water. It dissolves WBCs, dilutes RBCs and provides an isotonic environment for RBCs.

Answer 2

Hayem's solution is a specialized diluting fluid used in the examination of blood, particularly in counting white blood cells. It typically consists of a mixture of acetic acid, methylene blue, and potassium oxalate dissolved in a glycerin-based solution. The procedure involves mixing blood with Hayem's solution in a specific ratio, allowing for better visualization and enumeration of white blood cells under a microscope.