Knowledge Check
What was Noel’s red cell count (RBC count) on December 26, 1904 (more than one answer may apply)?
a
2,880,000 x 10^9/L
b
2,880,000 x 10^6/L
c
2.88 x 10^12/L
Noel’s white cell count was elevated (15.25 x 10^9/L). Is that unusual in a patient with sickle cell disease?
a
Yes
b
No
Often elevated, especially during a pain crisis.
Is the presence of nucleated red blood cells common in patients with sickle cell disease?
a
Yes
b
No
Often elevated, especially during a pain crisis.