You Notice on Your Patient's Complete Blood Count (CBC)that She

question 70

Multiple Choice

You notice on your patient's complete blood count (CBC) that she has a very low basophil count. Which statement best describes this abnormal result?

• A)This is a common side effect of rheumatoid arthritis.
• B)Sickle cell anemia may have inhibited basophil production.
• C)The basophils may have been killed by a flu virus.
• D)This may be due to an acute allergic reaction.
• E)It can be an indication of a microbial infection.

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