All are true regarding Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia Purpurs (TTP), except ?
Normal complement levels
Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia
Thrombocytopenia
Thrombosis
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.