Why Are Blister Cells Not Seen in PK Deficiency

question 27

Multiple Choice

Why are blister cells not seen in PK deficiency?

• A) Because Heinz bodies are not formed in PK deficiency
• B) Because G6PD deficiency causes hemolysis, and PK does not
• C) Because G6PD deficient erythrocytes are prone to oxidative damage, and PK deficient erythrocytes are not
• D) Because PK deficiency results in the formation of acanthocytes not Heinz bodies

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