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How Is Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT)described

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How is heparin induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) described?


A) It is an immunoglobulin G (IgG) immune-mediated adverse drug reaction that reduces circulating platelets.
B) It is a hematologic reaction to heparin in which the bone marrow is unable to produce sufficient platelets to meet the body's needs.
C) It is an immunoglobulin E (IgE) -mediated allergic drug reaction that reduces circulating platelets.
D) It is a cell-mediated drug reaction in which macrophages process the heparin and platelet complexes that are then destroyed by activated cytotoxic T cells.

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