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Author Question: Which of the following is an expected finding in MAHA? a. Elevated platelets b. Schistocytes or ... (Read 61 times)

jerry coleman

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which of the following is an expected finding in MAHA?
 
  a. Elevated platelets
  b. Schistocytes or red cell fragments
  c. Low white count
  d. Extravascular hemolysis

Question 2

MAHA is often secondary to all of the following conditions except:
 
  a. Infections, especially sepsis
  b. Obstetric complications
  c. Renal disease
  d. Cancer


aruss1303

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

ANS: B
MAHA is characterized by red cell fragmentation; schistocytes are thus seen in the blood.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Renal disease does not characteristically result in MAHA. All the other conditions listed can lead to MAHA.


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