This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pathology
[{'content': 'In DIC, which is/are seen - \nSelect and explain. \nA. Normal APTT, B. Increased PT, C. Increased factor VIII, D. None', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': "Answer: B \nExplanation: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Increased PT; Laboratory findings in DIC o Low platelet count. o Blood film shows microangiopathic haemolytic anaemia. There is presence of fragmented R.B.C. due to damage caused by trapping and passage through fibrin thrombi. o PT, thrombin time, and Activated Paial thromboplastin time all are prolonged. o Plasma fibrinogen level decreased. o Fibrin degradation product (FDPS) are raised. o Factor V and factor VIII decreased in concentration.", 'role': 'assistant'}]