Bernard – Soulier syndrome is characterized by all except:

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rishabh 58 June 3, 2021 0 Comments

a. Low platelet count

b. Giant platelets

c. Aggregation with ristocetin

d. Has defect in GPIb/IX

Pramiti Kumari Answered question August 22, 2024

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score 0 · Answer 1 · 2024-08-22T05:45:09+00:00

c. Aggregation with ristocetin

Bernard-Soulier syndrome is characterized by a low platelet count, giant platelets, and a defect in the GPIb/IX complex. The platelets in this condition do not aggregate with ristocetin, which is a distinguishing feature of the syndrome.