12 Questions
Which condition is associated with microcytosis?
Thalassemia and Iron Deficiency Anemia
What should be requested when considering platelet dysfunction?
Bleeding Time and CBC
Is hemoglobinuria a prominent sign of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA)?
False
Does aspirin inhibit fibrinolysis?
False
What is a sign of accelerated red cell destruction?
Increased level of Serum Haptoglobin
Which defect in the erythrocyte membrane is known to result in hemolysis?
Hereditary Spherocytosis
Which condition is considered a cause of microangiopathic hemolytic anemia?
DIC
What is a cause of autoimmune hemolytic anemia?
Drug-Induced Platelet Dysfunction
What is the most likely diagnosis for the 2-year-old male with fever, dysuria, and acute pallor?
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
In the case of the 2-year-old male, what would be the priority laboratory request(s)?
CBC, BT
What is the expected morphology of the RBC in the 2-year-old male with fever and acute pallor?
MCV = 95 fl
What is the most likely diagnosis for the 15-year-old male who experienced profuse bleeding after tooth extraction?
Hemophilia A
Test your knowledge on the causes of microcytic anemia including iron deficiency, thalassemia, chronic infections, chronic lead poisoning, sideroblastic anemia, chronic inflammation, and congenital hemolytic anemia. Identify the conditions associated with this type of anemia.
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