What is the term for the phenomenon where red blood cells are removed from the circulation at an accelerated rate due to autoantibodies, leading to anemia?

A Hemolysis
B Hemosiderosis
C Autoimmune hemolytic anemia ✓
D Anisocytosis

Explanation

Autoimmune hemolytic anemia occurs when the immune system produces antibodies that attack the red blood cells, leading to their premature destruction and resulting in anemia.

Source

Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine
Hematology Hematology: Anemia Hematology: Anemia Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high