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shenderson6

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Why are blister cells not seen in PK deficiency?
 
  a. Because Heinz bodies are not formed in PK deficiency
  b. Because G6PD deficiency causes hemolysis, and PK does not
  c. Because G6PD deficient erythrocytes are prone to oxidative damage, and PK deficient erythrocytes are not
  d. Because PK deficiency results in the formation of acanthocytes not Heinz bodies

Question 2

Which of the following lab tests is used to confirm G6PD deficiency?
 
  a. Fluorescent spot test
  b. PB smear
  c. NADP rate reduction test
  d. Reticulocyte count


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AngeliqueG

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

Correct Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: C


shenderson6

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent

duy1981999

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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