ATI Hematologic System Related

Review ATI Hematologic System related questions and content

The following pathological features is true regarding non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

  • A. Classical Reed-Sternberg (RS) cells are neoplastic cells
  • B. B cell phenotype is more common
  • C. Contiguous group of lymph nodes are affected
  • D. It is not associated with leukemic phase of disease
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because B cell phenotype is more common in non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). This is supported by the fact that the majority of NHL cases arise from B cells in the lymphoid tissue. Choice A is incorrect as RS cells are characteristic of Hodgkin lymphoma, not NHL. Choice C is incorrect because NHL can involve non-contiguous lymph nodes. Choice D is incorrect because NHL can have a leukemic phase known as leukemic lymphoma.