Which of the Following Statements Regarding Hereditary Spherocytosis Is False

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding hereditary spherocytosis is false?

• A) The red blood cells are spherical.
• B) Patients may develop anemia of varying severity.
• C) The most common radiographic finding is periostitis.
• D) The spleen may be enlarged in these patients.

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