The following are recognized causes of neutropenia Except_______________?
Correct answer: C. Corticosteroid therapy
- A. Aplastic anemia
- B. Typhoid fever
- C. Corticosteroid therapy
- D. Viral infection
Explanation
Corticosteroids usually cause neutrophilia by demargination rather than neutropenia. Typhoid fever, aplastic anemia, and several viral infections can suppress or reduce circulating neutrophils.
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