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nelaaney

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All of the following can cause xanthochromia in CSF EXCEPT:
 
  A) High concentrations of protein
  B) High concentrations of bilirubin
  C) Increased numbers of leukocytes
  D) Erythrocytes from a traumatic tap

Question 2

In CSF, which of the following indicates a traumatic puncture?
 
  A) The presence of erythrophagocytic cells in the CSF
  B) Hemosiderin granules within macrophages in the CSF sediment
  C) An uneven distribution of blood in the CSF collection tubes
  D) A xanthochromic supernatant following CSF centrifugation



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: C

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C



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