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ASCP Hematology Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A blood smear taken from the patient described in Question 10 shows microcytic hypochromic anemia. Iron supplementation therapy is started. When will the reticulocyte response be at maximum?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reticulocyte peak occurs 5-7 days (B) after iron therapy as erythropoiesis ramps up.
Question 2 of 5
Matching: For each of the following disorders, select the appropriate platelet presentation - Kasabach-Merritt syndrome
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kasabach-Merritt (A) involves platelet trapping in hemangiomas, reducing counts.
Question 3 of 5
A previously normal 10-year-old male experiences pallor, fatigue, and a fall in hemoglobin level from 13 to 8 g/dL without evidence of bleeding. His spleen is slightly enlarged. The reticulocyte count is 10%, and his WBC and platelet counts are normal. Many spherocytes are observed on the blood film. The most likely diagnosis is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hereditary spherocytosis (A) fits with spherocytes, hemolysis, splenomegaly, and high reticulocytes without bleeding.
Question 4 of 5
The bleeding time is a test for
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bleeding time (C) assesses platelet function and vascular integrity.
Question 5 of 5
All of the following are true about Fanconi anemia EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fanconi anemia (B) features chromosomal instability, not stability, increasing cancer risk (D).