White Blood Cell Disorders and Platelets:: 6. Non Granulocytic White Blood Cells

Question

Approximately 10% of the circulating white cells were similar to the one seen in the photograph. The patient was 42 years old and visited his physician because of recent bruising. Note the absence of platelets on the smear. Possible associated conditions include:

More than one answer is correct. Please select all correct answers

Chronic infection
Multiple myeloma
Active viral infection
Autoimmune disorders

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