What are 'Schistocytes', and in which condition are they commonly found?
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Correct answer: Fragmented red blood cells in thrombotic microangiopathy
Schistocytes are fragmented pieces of erythrocytes that result from mechanical shearing as they pass through fibrin strands in damaged small vessels. They are characteristically seen in thrombotic microangiopathies such as DIC, TTP, and HUS.
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