Difference between revisions of "Immune Mediated Thrombocytopaenia"
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Revision as of 13:20, 18 August 2010
(IMTP)
Pathogenesis: Type II hypersensitivity
- There is an immunological attack on the platelets which reduces the ability for clotting.
- A reduced platelet count and detection of anti-platelet antibodies in the serum are used for diagnosis of this disorder.