Which of the following would be an unusual finding in the blood ...

[lbcchick]

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

[Danny Ewald]

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.

[lbcchick]

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[JaynaD87]

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