What red cell morphology, using Wright stain, is seen in patients with G6PD deficiency during a hemolytic episode?
a. Bite cells and polychromasia
b. Heinz bodies
c. Acanthocytes and crenated cells
d. Red cells are normal
ANS: A
Bite cells and polychromasia are seen with a Wright stain during a hemolytic episode. Heinz bodies, although present, are not visible with a Wright stain.
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