Which of the following analytes would be increased in MAHA?
A) BUN
B) Haptoglobin
C) Creatinine
D) Bilirubin

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Bilirubin is a breakdown product of hemoglobin and its elevation can indicate increased destruction of red blood cells seen in MAHA. BUN and creatinine are markers of kidney function and are not specific to MAHA. Haptoglobin levels would typically be decreased in MAHA as the haptoglobin protein binds to free hemoglobin and removes it from circulation.

Which of the Following Analytes Would Be Increased in MAHA