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segrsyd

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on: Jun 25, 2018
A technologist is reviewing a blood smear and finds a rare blast. Bone marrow analysis shows dysplasia in 30 of the erythroblasts and the myeloid precursors and 4 blasts. What is a possible diagnosis based on these findings?
 
  a. RA
  b. RAEB-1
  c. RARS
  d. RCMD

Question 2

MDS associated with isolated del(5q) frequently shows dysplasia in which cell lineage?
 
  a. Erythroid
  b. Myeloid
  c. Megakaryocytic
  d. Monocytes


mirabriestensky

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

Correct Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: C


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