Excessive Hemolysis of RBCs May Lead to an Increased Reticulocyte

Question

Excessive hemolysis of RBCs may lead to an increased reticulocyte count.

Accepted Answer

When there is an excessive breakdown of red blood cells (hemolysis), the bone marrow responds by releasing more immature red blood cells (reticulocytes) into the bloodstream, which can lead to an increased reticulocyte count.