Erythrocyte Disorders: Smear Case 5: Target Cells and Associated Red Cell Abnormalities

Question

A peripheral smear with red blood cells photographed in a typical field was submitted for review. Which of the following conditions might be eliminated because of the cell population found here?

Please select the single best answer

Severe liver disease

Long standing sickle cell disease

Beta thalassemia

None of the above

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