In TTP, anemia is due to:
a. Autoimmunity
b. Hypersplenism
c. Bleeding
d. Platelet aggregates (microangiopathy)
Isha@2663 Answered question August 13, 2024
d. Platelet aggregates (microangiopathy)
In TTP, microangiopathic hemolytic anemia occurs due to the destruction of red blood cells as they pass through small blood vessels obstructed by platelet aggregates and fibrin clots. This leads to a decrease in red blood cell count.
Isha@2663 Answered question August 13, 2024