A patient has portal hypertension-induced splenomegaly. Which lab value would the healthcare professional associate with this condition?
A)Low white blood cell count
B)Low platelet count
C)High red cell count
D)High hemoglobin and hematocrit

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Thrombocytopenia (decreased platelet count) is the most common manifestation of congestive splenomegaly and can contribute to a tendency of increased bleeding. The other lab values would not be directly related to this condition.

A Patient Has Portal Hypertension-Induced Splenomegaly