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lbcchick

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which of the following would be an unusual finding in the blood film of an adult with sickle cell disease
 
  a. Heinz bodies
  b. Target cells
  c. Howell-Holly bodies
  d. Leukocytosis

Question 2

What clinical feature of sickle cell disease accounts for the highest number of hospital admissions?
 
  a. Megaloblastic crisis
  b. Vasoocclusion
  c. Autosplenectomy
  d. Hand-foot dactylitis


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Danny Ewald

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The blood film of an adult in sickle cell disease crisis exhibits target cells, Howell-Jolly bodies, and an elevated white count (leukocytosis). Heinz bodies are not present.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Vasoocclusive events are the hallmark features of sickle cell disease, accounting for most hospital and emergency department visits.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent

Dominic

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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