Full Blood Counts Flashcards
1
Q
Neutropenia is generally associated with an increased risk of ?
A
Body’s ability to fight off infections
1
Q
Causes of neutropenia?
A
aplastic anemia
chemotherapy
vitamin B12 def
autoimmune disorders
2
Q
what is the most common cause of lymphocytosis (increase in lymphocytes) in children?
A
Viral infections
3
Q
Characterize pancytopenia in terms of WBC, RBC and platelets?
A
All low
4
Q
What would WBC and platelets be in acute myeloid leukaemia?
A
high WBC
low platelets
5
Q
Which condition is most likely to present
with both neutrophilia and eosinophilia?
A
parasitic infections
6
Q
A low MCV and high RDW are indicative of?
A
iron def anaemia
7
Q
What is thrombocytopenia?
A
Low platelets
