Poor Increment in the Platelet Count 1 Hour Following Platelet

question 56

Multiple Choice

Poor increment in the platelet count 1 hour following platelet transfusion is most commonly caused by:

• A) splenomegaly.
• B) alloimmunization to HLA antigens.
• C) disseminated intravascular coagulation.
• D) defective platelets.

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