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Which of the following is true about hereditary spherocytosis (HS)?
Which of the following is true about hereditary spherocytosis (HS)?
- HS is caused by a single gene mutation (correct)
- HS is always inherited in an autosomal dominant manner
- HS can only be diagnosed through genetic testing
- HS is more prevalent in populations of non-European ancestry
What diagnostic test is commonly used to identify hereditary spherocytosis (HS)?
What diagnostic test is commonly used to identify hereditary spherocytosis (HS)?
- Genetic sequencing
- Osmotic fragility test (correct)
- Peripheral blood smear
- Complete blood count (CBC)
Which of the following is NOT true about hereditary spherocytosis (HS)?
Which of the following is NOT true about hereditary spherocytosis (HS)?
- HS is characterized by the presence of spherocytes in peripheral blood
- HS is caused by a variety of gene mutations
- HS can be inherited in an autosomal recessive manner
- HS is more prevalent in populations of European ancestry (correct)
What is the estimated prevalence of hereditary spherocytosis (HS) in populations of European ancestry?
What is the estimated prevalence of hereditary spherocytosis (HS) in populations of European ancestry?
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What is the main characteristic of red blood cells in hereditary spherocytosis (HS)?
What is the main characteristic of red blood cells in hereditary spherocytosis (HS)?
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