Medical Emergencies · single question
Patient with thrombocytopenia on warfarin, presenting for a minor oral procedure. Which lab value is NOT necessary to request?
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Correct answer: C. Liver function tests
- A. A CBC is relevant to assess overall blood counts including platelets in a thrombocytopenic patient.
- B. Platelet count is directly relevant given the diagnosis of thrombocytopenia.
- C. Correct (not necessary). Liver function tests are not routinely required for assessing bleeding risk in this specific scenario (thrombocytopenia + warfarin) compared to platelet count and INR.
- D. INR is essential to assess the degree of anticoagulation from warfarin before any procedure.
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