Which one of the following red cell abnormalities is most indicative of hemolysis? -
Target cells are morphologically abnormal RBC. In this hemoglobin is redistributed in such a way that only the periphery and central region of RBC appear hemoglobinized.Seen in thalassemia major , sickle cell anemia , post spleenenctomy, obstructive jaundice. Ref Robbins 9/e pg421
Target cells
Acanthocytes
Schistocytes
Basophilic stippling
Haematology