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Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 1380 of 2368

Which laboratory results are consistent with HELLP syndrome?

  1. Platelet count 160,000 cells/microL, LDH 720 units/L
  2. Platelet count 78,000 cells/microL, LDH 720 units/L
  3. Platelet count 78,000 cells/microL, LDH 300 units/L
  4. Platelet count 210,000 cells/microL, LDH 250 units/L
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Correct answer: Platelet count 78,000 cells/microL, LDH 720 units/L

HELLP needs LDH of 600 units/L or more, elevated liver enzymes over twice normal, and platelets under 100,000.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), High-risk Perinatal Client Care: HELLP Syndrome. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026