Interpret the following results: WBC count, 1.4 ? 109/L; bone marrow shows myeloid hypoplasia with a decreased M:E ratio of 1:1. There is no history of medications or drug exposure. What can be concluded from this?

a. The patient has a pseudoneutropenia.
b. The patient has a neutropenia resulting from decreased production.
c. The patient has a neutropenia resulting from increased loss in circulation.
d. The patient has a neutropenia resulting from toxin exposure.

Correct Answer: B

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