This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Platelet & Coagulation disorders, Subject name: Medicine
[{'content': 'All are seen in D.I.C except: \nSelect and explain. \nA. Hyperfibrinogenemia, B. Increase fibrin degradation products, C. Prolonged PT, D. Increased APTT', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: A \nExplanation: DIC: Findings include the prolongation of PT and/or aPTT; platelet counts <100,000/mL3. The presence of schistocytes (fragmented red cells) in the blood smear with elevated levels of FDP is diagnostic of DIC. Fibrinogen can be decreased or normal but NEVER increased in cases of DIC.', 'role': 'assistant'}]