Which platelet value is consistent with thrombocythemia?
A) 100,000/mm3 or 100,000/uL
B) 150,000/mm3 or 150,000/uL
C) 350,000/mm3 or 350,000/uL
D) 650,000/mm3 or 650,000/uL
C) 350,000/mm3 or 350,000/uL
Explanation: A) Thrombocythemia is a condition characterized by higher than expected numbers of thrombocytes. Typically, this is defined as an elevated platelet count greater than 600,000/mm3.
B) Thrombocythemia is a condition characterized by higher than expected numbers of thrombocytes. Typically, this is defined as an elevated platelet count greater than 600,000/mm3.
C) Thrombocythemia is a condition characterized by higher than expected numbers of thrombocytes. Typically, this is defined as an elevated platelet count greater than 600,000/mm3.
D) Thrombocythemia is a condition characterized by higher than expected numbers of thrombocytes. Typically, this is defined as an elevated platelet count greater than 600,000/mm3.
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