Which of the following disorders has an abnormal erythrocyte membrane that is abnormally permeable, resulting in the loss of K+ and water and decreased deformability?
a. Overhydrated hereditary stomatocytosis
b. Dehydrated hereditary stomatocytosis
c. Hereditary elliptocytosis
d. Hereditary spherocytosis
Correct Answer: B
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