Which of the Following Can Distinguish Immune Hemolytic Anemia from Hereditary

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can distinguish immune hemolytic anemia from hereditary spherocytosis in a patient with spherocytes?

• A) Osmotic fragility
• B) Reticulocyte count
• C) Presence of polychromasia
• D) Direct antiglobulin test

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