Thrombocytosis is seen in_______________?
Correct answer: B. Haemolytic anaemia
- A. Osteopetrosis
- B. Haemolytic anaemia
- C. DIsseminated intravascular coagulation
- D. Thiazide therapy
Explanation
Haemolytic anaemia may produce reactive thrombocytosis as the marrow increases blood-cell production after red-cell destruction. DIC usually consumes platelets and causes thrombocytopenia, while osteopetrosis and thiazide therapy are not typical causes.
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