Which of the following is a characteristic feature of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)?

A Prolonged prothrombin time and partial thromboplastin time
B Elevated fibrinogen levels and decreased platelet count
C Presence of schistocytes on peripheral blood smear
D All of the above ✓

Explanation

Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is characterized by a combination of prolonged prothrombin time and partial thromboplastin time, elevated fibrinogen levels, decreased platelet count, and presence of schistocytes on peripheral blood smear.

Source

Williams Hematology
Hematology Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high