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What is the term for the pathological decrease in white blood cells, specifically neutrophils?
What is the term for the pathological decrease in white blood cells, specifically neutrophils?
- Neutropenia (correct)
- Thrombocytosis
- Leukocytosis
- Eosinophilia
In which of the following diseases is neutropenia commonly observed?
In which of the following diseases is neutropenia commonly observed?
- Tuberculosis
- Influenza (correct)
- Lupus
- Malaria
Which white blood cell type is mentioned to be decreased in diseases like influenza, measles, and typhoid fever?
Which white blood cell type is mentioned to be decreased in diseases like influenza, measles, and typhoid fever?
- Basophils
- Eosinophils
- Neutrophils (correct)
- Monocytes
What is a common symptom seen in patients with neutropenia due to diseases like influenza, measles, and typhoid fever?
What is a common symptom seen in patients with neutropenia due to diseases like influenza, measles, and typhoid fever?
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Which of the following white blood cells is not mentioned as being decreased in diseases like influenza, measles, and typhoid fever?
Which of the following white blood cells is not mentioned as being decreased in diseases like influenza, measles, and typhoid fever?
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