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tiffannnnyyyyyy

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on: Jun 25, 2018
What characteristic red cell shape is associated with extravascular hemolysis?
 
  a. Spherocyte
  b. Schistocyte
  c. Target cell
  d. Burr cell

Question 2

Which of the following suggests ongoing hemolysis in a patient who has not had massive blood loss or
 
  a. Reticulocyte production index (RPI) of 1
  b. Reticulocyte count of 1.3
  c. Drop in hemoglobin of 1.3 g/dL in 1 week
  d. Hemoglobin falling 0.5 g/dL


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Leostella20

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

ANS: A
Spherocytes suggest extravascular hemolysis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A drop in the hemoglobin by greater than 1 g/dL/week can signal ongoing hemolysis provided the clinician has ruled out hemorrhage and hemodilution.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent

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