Following a Course of Measles, a 5-Year-Old Girl Developed Scattered

Multiple Choice

Following a course of measles, a 5-year-old girl developed scattered bruising over numerous body surfaces and was diagnosed with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) . As part of her diagnostic workup, blood work was performed. Which of the following results is most likely to be considered unexpected by the health care team?

A) Increased thrombopoietin levels
B) Decreased platelet count
C) Normal vitamin K levels
D) Normal leukocyte levels