Question 1
What laboratory finding is inconsistent with Bernard-Soulier syndrome?
Question 2
What does an increased D-dimer level indicate in the context of hematologic disorders?
Question 3
Why is isolated thrombocytopenia not indicative of ITP?
Question 4
What is the next appropriate step in evaluating a patient suspected of having isolated thrombocytopenia?
Question 5
Which condition involves both primary and secondary hemostasis abnormalities?
Question 6
What biochemical marker is elevated in DIC and not typically seen in other conditions?
Question 7
In DIC, what happens to fibrinogen levels?
Question 8
Which of the following is a common symptom in patients with Glanzmann thrombasthenia?
Question 9
Which hematologic condition involves prolonged APTT and thrombin time along with thrombocytopenia?
Question 10
What key factor differentiates VWB deficiency from Glanzmann thrombasthenia?
Question 11
How is the platelet count typically in patients with Glanzmann thrombasthenia?
Question 12
What is a typical clinical setting for the development of DIC?
Question 13
Which diagnostic test is crucial in confirming isolated thrombocytopenia?
Question 14
Which diagnostic finding is indicative of DIC rather than TTP or HUS?
Question 15
Why is it important to evaluate fibrin degradation products in suspected DIC cases?