Which of the following is not true for hemophilia A ________________?
Correct answer: A. Levels of factor VIII less than 50% are associated with spontaneous hemorrhage
- A. Levels of factor VIII less than 50% are associated with spontaneous hemorrhage
- B. In hemophilia A females are carriers
- C. Desmopressin is useful in the management of hemophilia A
- D. Hemophilia A is due to deficiency of factor VIII
Explanation
Hemophilia A is due to factor VIII deficiency; desmopressin can help mild cases by releasing stored factor VIII and von Willebrand factor. Spontaneous bleeding is typical with severe deficiency, usually factor VIII below 1%, not merely below 50%.
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