Which of the following could be reflexed as the result of decreased RBC indices on a screening CBC?
A) Serum iron studies to rule out Iron Deficiency Anemia
B) Platelet aggregation studies to rule out disorders of hemostasis
C) Urine Culture and Sensitivity to rule out infection
D) Thyroid function studies to rule out thyroid gland disorders

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Decreased RBC indices may indicate iron deficiency anemia, so serum iron studies would be ordered to rule out this possibility. Platelet aggregation studies and urine culture and sensitivity are not related to RBC indices. Thyroid function studies would be ordered if there was suspicion of thyroid gland disorders, but this is not related to RBC indices.

Which of the Following Could Be Reflexed as the Result