Polycythemia
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1. Question
A middle-aged man has presented with abdominal distension. On examination, shifting dullness is positive, and he has a plethoric face. Laboratory investigations revealed
- Hemoglobin level: 19 g/dL
- White blood cell count: 10,000
- Platelets: 470,000
- ALT: 80
- AST: 115
- Bilirubin: 2.5
- Doppler ultrasound showed hepatic vein thrombosis.
Which of the following tests or investigations is most likely to determine the underlying cause?
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A patient has recently been diagnosed with polycythemia. How would you distinguish between true polycythemia and spurious polycythemia?
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Question 3 of 4
3. Question
A recent diagnosis of polycythemia has been made. Which of the following features is not typically associated with polycythemia rubera vera (PRV)?
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4. Question
A 72-year-old male has presented with a headache, pruritus, and night sweats. He also has splenomegaly. Laboratory investigations reveal a hemoglobin level of 21 g/dL, a hematocrit of 63, a white blood cell count of 14,000, and a platelet count of 700,000. JAK2 mutation testing is positive. What would be the most appropriate management approach?
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