In how many percentage of HS patients, spherocytes are seen in PS:

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In how many percentage of HS patients, spherocytes are seen in PS:
a. 40%
b. 60%
c. 80%
d. 100%

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score 0 · Answer 1 · 2024-08-16T15:56:56+00:00

D. 100%

Spherocytes are seen in 100% of patients with hereditary spherocytosis (HS) on peripheral smear (PS). The presence of spherocytes is a hallmark feature of HS, a condition characterized by the production of spherical red blood cells.