MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS

ANTICOAGULATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the standard for NFS platelets?
A
200-450 g/L
B
150-450 g/L
C
450-750 g/L
D
450-900 g/L
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A normal platelet count ranges from 150, 000 to 450, 000 platelets per microliter of blood. Having more than 450, 000 platelets is a condition called thrombocytosis; having less than 150, 000 is known as thrombocytopenia.

Detailed explanation-2: -A normal platelet count ranges from 150, 000 to 400, 000 platelets per cubic millimeter (150 to 400 X109 / liter).

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