Acanthocytes or spur cells have membranes with irregular distribution of spikes. What other significant feature does this cell possess?
A) Increased size
B) Presence of Pappenheimer bodies
C) Decreased life span
D) Lack of central pallor

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The significant feature of acanthocytes (spur cells) is the lack of central pallor, which means that there is no area of clear space in the center of the cell. This is caused by the irregular distribution of spikes on the membrane. Increased size, presence of Pappenheimer bodies, and decreased life span are not specific features of acanthocytes.

Acanthocytes or Spur Cells Have Membranes with Irregular Distribution of Spikes