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Which of the following contributes to the pathogenesis of Bernard-Soulier syndrome?
 
  a. Abnormal glycoprotein Ib/IX complex
  b. Abnormal glycoprotein IIb/IIIa
  c. High platelet count
  d. Low fibrinogen level

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A patient is known to be a chronic alcoholic. His blood is drawn, and his platelet count is 72 x 109/L. What is the most likely reason for this occurrence?
 
  a. Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia
  b. Acquired hypoplasia resulting from alcohol consumption
  c. Dilutional thrombocytopenia from liver dysfunction
  d. Increased destruction of platelets


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skipfourms123

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

Correct Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: B


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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