The increment in hemoglobin after instituting oral

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The increment in hemoglobin after instituting oral iron therapy for iron deficiency anemia is about

A. 1.1 gm/dl/day B. 0.9 gm/dl/day C. 0.7 gm/dl/day D. 0.3 gm/dl/day

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Hemoglobin rises by 0.1-0.3 gm/dl/day (E is closest) with effective iron therapy.

Which liver protein plays a key role in iron homeostasis?

A. albumin B. fibronectin C. opsonin D. hepcidin

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Hepcidin (D) regulates iron absorption and storage, key to homeostasis.

The best treatment option for hereditary spherocytosis is

A. splenectomy B. corticosteroids C. immunoglobulin D. cyclosporine

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Splenectomy (A) is the definitive treatment for severe hereditary spherocytosis to reduce hemolysis.

Which of the following agents helps in decreasing the frequency of vasoocclusive crises in children with sickle cell disease?

A. cyclosporine B. azathioprine C. hydroxyurea D. tacrolimus

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Hydroxyurea (C) reduces vaso-occlusive crises by increasing fetal hemoglobin.

Which of the following conditions causes profound thrombocytopenia?

A. disseminated intravascular coagulation B. liver failure C. vitamin k deficiency D. sepsis without shock

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: DIC (A) consumes platelets, causing profound thrombocytopenia.

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