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Characteristic findings of hereditary spherocytosis

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Elevated bilirubin: jaundice, gallstones (all hemolytic anemias); Splenomegaly, Anemia w/ reticulocytosis, Increased MCHC; Higher incidence of pseudohyperkalemia; Smear shows spherocytes; Dx w/ positive osmotic fragility test

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Tx hereditary spherocytosis

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Folic acid daily; RBC transfusion if severe anemia; Splenectomy in moderate to severe cases

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