Which of the following is among the diagnostic criteria for aplastic anemia?
a. Granulocyte count > 0.5 x 109/L
b. Platelet count < 20 ? 109/L
c. Anemia
d. Anemia with corrected reticulocyte count >1%
Correct Answer: B
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