Question

Which statement regarding idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura is true?

A) It is caused by a genetic mutation
B) It results in an excess of platelets
C) It is an autoimmune disorder
D) It primarily affects the liver

Answer 1

ITP is an autoimmune disorder characterized by a low platelet count.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement regarding idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is C) It is an autoimmune disorder.

ITP is a disorder characterized by a low platelet count due to the destruction of platelets by the immune system. It is not caused by a genetic mutation (A), and it does not result in an excess of platelets (B). Additionally, ITP primarily affects the blood and not the liver (D).