The Most Striking Finding in the Peripheral Blood in This

question 41

Multiple Choice

The most striking finding in the peripheral blood in this disease is extreme and consistent thrombocytosis. Giant, bizarre platelet forms are present in the peripheral blood. Megakaryocytes and megakaryocyte fragments can be present. Abnormalities in platelet aggregation and adhesion are common. What is this disease?

• A) PV
• B) ET
• C) CML
• D) Mast cell disease

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