The virus which causes Aplastic anemia in chronic hemolytic disease is_______________?

Correct answer: D. Parvo virus

  • A. Adeno
  • B. Hepatitis
  • C. EB virus
  • D. Parvo virus

Explanation

Parvovirus B19 infects erythroid precursor cells and can temporarily stop red-cell production, causing an aplastic crisis in patients with chronic haemolytic anaemia. This complication is especially important in sickle-cell disease and hereditary spherocytosis.

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