Hematopathology — MCQs

Bone marrow aspiration is not indicated in which of the following conditions?

A patient with postpartum hemorrhage had about 2 liters of blood loss. Investigation revealed normal PT and a prolonged aPTT. Which test is used to differentiate between coagulation factor deficiency and a factor inhibitor?

At what temperature is blood stored?

Which of the following conditions is caused by deletion of all four alpha globin genes?

Which of the following is NOT a feature of β thalassemia major?

Which of the following is NOT an autosomal recessive coagulopathy?

A 59-year-old male presents with multiple neck swellings, fever, and weight loss for 6 months. He has a history of hypertension managed with medication. General examination reveals painless lymphadenopathy in the neck, and blood investigations show anemia. Lymph node biopsy reveals cells with a delicate multilobed, 'popped corn' nucleus. Which variant of lymphoma is this?

What is the most severe form of hereditary spherocytosis caused by the mutation of?

An infant presents with mild anemia, jaundice, and splenomegaly. A complete blood count with differential reveals spherocytosis, and the reticulocyte count is elevated. The parents state that several relatives have also suffered from a similar illness. The infant's condition is most likely caused by a defect in which of the following?

The quantity of globin chain synthesis is reduced in which of the following conditions?