A patient presents with a RPI of 2 and macrocytic morphology of the red blood cells.Which survival defect does this most likely represent?
A)B₁₂ deficiency
B)Folate deficiency
C)Hemorrhage or hemolysis
D)Myelodysplasia

Question

A patient presents with a RPI of >2 and macrocytic morphology of the red blood cells.Which survival defect does this most likely represent?
A)B₁₂ deficiency
B)Folate deficiency
C)Hemorrhage or hemolysis
D)Myelodysplasia

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A Reticulocyte Production Index (RPI) of >2 indicates an increased production of reticulocytes, which is typically seen in response to hemorrhage or hemolysis, where the bone marrow compensates for the loss of red blood cells.

A Patient Presents with a RPI of >2 and Macrocytic