Lab Results for Your Patient Have Just Been Sent from the Lab

Multiple Choice

Lab results for your patient have just been sent from the lab and the lab tech has flagged the reticulocyte count as higher than normal. Which statement best describes why you should be concerned about a higher than normal recticulocyte count?

A) It may be a result of polycythemia.
B) It is a common side effect of iron -deficiency anemia.
C) This may be evidence of a myocardial infarction.
D) This may indicate a severe hemorrhage.
E) This may be an indication of leukemia.