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
Hemolytic anemia may be characterized by all except 
Select and explain. 
A. Hyperbilirubinemia, B. Reticulocytosis, C. Hemoglobinuria, D. Increased plasma haptoglobin level
D: Increased plasma haptoglobin level
Answer: D: Increased plasma haptoglobin level 
Explanation: <p>In hemolytic anemia due to increased red cell destruction - unconjugated bilirubin is raised; serum haptoglobin(alpha globulin binding protein) is reduced or absent; evidence of intravascular hemolysis in the form of hemoglobinuria.</p><p>As a result of increased red cell production ,reticulocytosis will be present.</p><p>Reference :Harsh mohan textbook of pathology sixth edition pg no 311</p>