Multiple choice

A doctor told Mrs. Verma that her newborn is suffering from Severe Combined Immune Deficiency (SCID). Which of the following findings is the most common indicator in an infant with SCID?

  1. Lymphopenia

  2. Severe asthma

  3. Dry skin

  4. Pneumonia

  5. Staphylococcal abscess

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Almost all infants with SCID have reduced lymphocyte counts. Remember that infants have a higher lymphocyte count range than adults by 3.5-fold.