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A patient on -methyldopa could develop a type of drug-induced immune hemolysis that mimics what condition?
 
  a. WAIHA
  b. PCH
  c. Immediate transfusion reaction
  d. Delayed transfusion reaction

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A patient with SLE shows evidence of decreased hemoglobin and ongoing hemolysis. The DAT is negative. Which of the following is the most likely explanation for these results?
 
  a. The subclass of IgG is not recognized by the polyspecific AHG.
  b. The thermal amplitude of the antibody is <37 c.
  c. High-dose IVIG used in treatment is interfering with the binding of AHG.
  d. There is insufficient IgG for detection.


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

Correct Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: D


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
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