All are true regarding Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia Purpurs (TTP), except ?
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Normal complement levels All the given options are true in relation to TTP. Because red cells are forced to squeeze through abnormally narrowed small vessels because of thrombi. --> Due to consuption of platelets in formation of platelet thrombi. --> Due to presence of thrombi in CNS microcirculation. --> Due to presence of thrombi in renal microcirculation. " height="120" width="390" align="left">Clinical features o TTP is characterized by a pentad of : ? Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia Thrombocytopenia Neurological symptoms Renal dysfunction Fever o Platelet associated IgG and complement levels are usually normal in TTP --> Because red cells are forced to squeeze through abnormally narrowed small vessels because of thrombi. --> Due to consuption of platelets in formation of platelet thrombi. --> Due to presence of thrombi in CNS microcirculation. --> Due to presence of thrombi in renal microcirculation.
Normal complement levels
Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia
Thrombocytopenia
Thrombosis