This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Haematology, Subject name: Medicine
Which of the following is a feature ofdisseminated intravascular coagulation (DIQ)? 
Select and explain. 
A. Normal prothrombine time, B. Reduced plasma fibrinogen, C. Normal platelet count, D. Normal clotting time
B: Reduced plasma fibrinogen
Answer: B: Reduced plasma fibrinogen 
Explanation: In DIC, Prothrombin time is prolonged due to severe fibrinogen deficiency . Plasma fibrinogen levels are reduced due to consumption in microvascular coagulation. Platelet count is reduced due to aggretation & adhesion of platelets (as a result of endothelial damage associated with DIC)Reference : Harsh mohan textbook of pathology 6th edition pg no 338.